National Registry for Artery Embolization to Treat Chronic Pain
Multicenter National Registry for Artery Embolization (Embo Registry) for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis and Areas of Localized Pain to Assess Treatment of Artery Embolization to Determine If Subjects Have Decrease Pain, Decreased Use of Narcotics and NSAIDs, and Quality of Life Improvement Post Procedure.
This study is testing if a procedure that blocks blood flow to painful areas can help people with chronic pain from osteoarthritis and other conditions feel better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Vascular Solutions of North Carolina Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Cary, North Carolina and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06477965 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Embo Registry is an observational study that evaluates the effectiveness of artery embolization as a treatment for chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis and other localized pain conditions. It involves both retrospective and prospective data collection to assess patient outcomes following the procedure. The embolization technique reduces blood flow to the affected area, aiming to alleviate inflammation and pain. The study will measure changes in pain levels and quality of life using various clinical assessment tools before and after the procedure.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 who have undergone artery embolization for chronic pain related to osteoarthritis or similar conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not respond to artery embolization or those seeking treatment for underlying cartilage damage may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide significant symptomatic relief for patients suffering from chronic pain due to osteoarthritis.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of artery embolization for chronic pain is relatively novel, similar studies have shown promising results in reducing pain and improving quality of life.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * \> 18 years of age undergone artery embolization interventions for the treatment of chronic pain due to osteoarthritis or other diagnoses that cause localized pain. Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where this trial is running
Cary, North Carolina and 1 other locations
- Vascular Solutions of North Carolina — Cary, North Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
- Southern Tennessee Cardiology — Winchester, Tennessee, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Siddhartha Rao, MD — Vascular Solutions of North Carolina
- Study coordinator: Amer Iqbal
- Email: amer@vascularsolutions.org
- Phone: 919-897-5999
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.