Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 100

Using a new technique to prevent spinal cord damage after aortic aneurysm surgery

Official title: The Safe-line Technique as Additional Attempt to Mitigate Spinal Cord Ischemia After Endovascular Thoraco-abdominal Aneurysm Repair

Run by University Hospital Padova · NCT05758844 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new technique to see if leaving a guide-wire in place during surgery for aortic aneurysms can help prevent spinal cord damage in patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 100 Years
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital Padova
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Padova)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 30, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 1, 2025
Study endsDecember 1, 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 8, 2023
Trial IDNCT05758844 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms who are undergoing elective or urgent endovascular repair.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have undergone open repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms will 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 study evaluates the safety and feasibility of the 'safe-line' technique, which involves leaving a guide-wire in the aneurysm sac during endovascular exclusion of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (TAAA). The technique aims to allow for rapid re-perfusion of the aneurysm sac in case of spinal cord ischemia (SCI) occurring within 48 to 72 hours post-surgery. It is applicable in both elective and urgent cases, providing a potential safety net for patients undergoing this complex procedure. The study is conducted as a multicenter international collaboration to gather comprehensive data on its effectiveness.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this technique could significantly reduce the risk of spinal cord ischemia in patients undergoing TAAA repair.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar techniques for managing spinal cord ischemia in aortic surgeries have shown promise in other studies, suggesting potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysm including type I,II,III,IV and V.
* Pararenale aneurysm
* Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm Elective and Urgent, endovascular repair;
* Endovascular repair of any thoracoabdominal aortic condition

Exclusion Criteria:

-thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysm open repair

Where it's running

  • Vascular and Endovascular Clinic - Padova University
    Padova, Italy
    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.