Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Observational follow-up for patients treated with vascular grafts

Official title: FLOWGRAFT - A Post-Market Clinical Follow-up Study in Patients Treated With Vascular Grafts

Run by JOTEC GmbH · NCT05145517 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how well different types of vascular grafts work and how safe they are for patients with artery problems over five years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorJOTEC GmbH
Industry-sponsored
Locations1 site (Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 6, 2021
Main results expectedOctober 1, 2024
Study endsMarch 30, 2030
Registry record updatedMay 19, 2022
Trial IDNCT05145517 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who have been selected for treatment with a JOTEC vascular graft for specific arterial conditions.

Probably not a fit

Patients with vascular conditions not requiring a graft or those who do not meet the inclusion criteria may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the safety and performance of various vascular grafts in patients with arterial diseases, including aneurysms, dissections, and stenosis. Patients who have received these grafts will be monitored over a period of approximately 60 months, with data collected during routine care. The study will involve gathering clinical observations from participating physicians after obtaining informed consent from patients. The focus is on understanding the long-term outcomes associated with these grafts in treating vascular conditions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term safety and effectiveness of vascular grafts, potentially improving treatment strategies for patients with vascular diseases.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in monitoring the outcomes of vascular grafts, suggesting that this approach is supported by existing evidence.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient ≥ 18 years at time of written informed consent
* Patient was selected for treatment with a commercially available Vascular Graft of JOTEC
* Patient satisfies at least one of the following categories:

  * Acute (14 days) / subacute (15 - 90 days) dissection with double lumina in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * Chronic (\>90 days) dissection with double lumina in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * Aneurysm in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * IMH in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * PAU in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * Contained rupture in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * Stenosis in the aorta or peripheral artery / arteries (lower limb)
  * Debranching of head vessels
  * AV shunt
* Patient is willing and able to comply with all clinical study procedures and study visits.
* Patient has given written informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient has any other medical, social, or psychological problem that in the opinion of the investigator preclude them from receiving this treatment, procedures, and evaluations pre- and post-procedure.
* Patient is scheduled for reconstruction of the tibial artery

Where it's running

  • Universitätsklinikum Münster
    Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.