Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)HELIX-PADNCT07746362
IV-X Medical Peripheral Intravascular Lithotripsy Study for PAD
A study testing IV-X Medical IVL System in people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), run by IVX Medical.
Trial summary
To evaluate the safety and performance of the IV-X Medical Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) System in adults in order to demonstrate the ability of the IV-X Medical IVL System to safely and effectively deliver IVL treatment calcified peripheral arteries (iliac, femoral, ilio-femoral, popliteal, and infra-popliteal… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- What is being tested?
- IV-X Medical IVL System
- Type of treatment
- Injection or infusion, Medical device
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 140 participants
- Where
- No sites listed yet
- Study dates
- Dec 2026to 30 Jan 2028
- Phase
- Interventional
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Eligibility criteria are differentiated, where appropriate, by designated cohort. Subjects enrolled in the LL cohort are required to meet eligibility criteria for either the ATK or BTK cohorts, in addition to criteria set forth for the LL cohort.
Standard Inclusion Criteria:
- Age of subject is >18.
- Rutherford Clinical Category:
- ATK: 2, 3, or 4
- BTK: 4 or 5 (Category 5 will only include patients with ulcers not extending to the proximal metatarsal head)
- Estimated life expectancy >1 year in the opinion of the investigator at the time of enrollment.
- Subject or subject's legal representative agrees to participate and comply with the study assessments.
Angiographic Inclusion Criteria:
- Subject is a suitable candidate for angiography and endovascular intervention, in the opinion of the investigator or per hospital guideline.
- De novo target lesion that is located in a native vessel as follows:
- ATK: Iliac, superficial femoral artery (SFA), popliteal artery (extends to 2cm above the bifurcation or trifurcation of the tibial artery)
- BTK: distal segment (P3) of the popliteal artery to the top of the ankle joint
- Up to two (2) target lesion(s) in the target vessel.
- Target lesion reference vessel diameter is between the following sizes by visual estimate:
- ATK: 3.5mm and 12.0mm
- BTK: 2.0mm and 5.0mm
- Target lesion is the following total contiguous treatable length by investigator visual estimate and can be all or part of the zone:
- ATK and BTK: ≤180mm
- LL: >180mm (ATK or BTK)
- Target lesion stenosis ≥70% via visual estimate.
- Subject has at least:
- ATK: One (1) patent contiguous vessel with runoff to the foot (not supported by collateral circulation) in the target leg. Vessel patency is defined as no stenosis >50%.
- BTK: Distal reconstitution of one (1) pedal vessel (<50% stenosis) (desert foot excluded).
- Ability to pass the guidewire intraluminally by Investigator evaluation across the atherosclerotic lesion, without the use of re-entry devices.
- Calcification is at least moderate with fluoroscopic evidence of calcification: 1) on parallel sides of the vessel and 2) extending ≥ 50% the length of the lesion.
- Successful treatment without complications (≤ 30% residual stenosis) of significant stenosis (>50% stenosis) or occlusion of inflow tract proximal to the target treatment zone using percutaneous angioplasty or stent.
Standard Exclusion Criteria:
- Rutherford Clinical Category 0, 1, or 5 with ulcers extending proximal to the metatarsal head, Category 6, or physically unable to ambulate (e.g., bedridden).
- Subject has active infection requiring IV antibiotics in the target leg.
- Planned major amputation of the target leg (above the ankle or higher).
- Prior endovascular or surgical procedure on the index limb within the 30 days prior to enrollment (including thrombolysis).
- Previous use of other non-study IVL devices on the inflow tract proximal to the target treatment zone.
- Subject has a known coagulopathy or has a bleeding diathesis, thrombocytopenia with platelet count less than 100,000/microliter, or international normalized ratio >1.5 at the time of enrollment.
- Subject in whom antiplatelet, anticoagulant, or thrombolytic therapy is contraindicated.
- Subject has known allergy to contrast agents or medications used to perform endovascular intervention that cannot be adequately pre-treated.
- Myocardial infarction within 60 days prior to enrollment.
- Stroke within 60 days prior to enrollment.
- History of unstable coronary artery disease or other uncontrollable comorbidity resulting in hospitalization within the last 60 days prior to enrollment.
- Subject has acute or chronic renal disease (serum creatinine of >2.5 mg/dL or eGFR <30) or is on dialysis at the time of enrollment.
- Presence of venous insufficiency with history of venous ulceration in the target limb in the past year.
- Subject is pregnant or nursing.
- Subject is participating in another research study involving an investigational agent (pharmaceutical, biologic, or medical device) that has not reached the primary endpoint.
- Subject has other medical, social or psychological problems that, in the opinion of the investigator, preclude them from receiving this treatment.
Angiographic Exclusion Criteria:
- Target lesion(s) within native or synthetic vessel grafts.
- Any stent within the target lesion.
- Highly tortuous arteries (bends greater than 30 degrees over the arc length of the balloon).
- Chronic total occlusions (CTOs) >100mm in length (ATK and BTK cohorts only).
- Use of: (1) CTO re-entry or (2) other non-study IVL devices on the target lesion.
- Lesions within 10mm of the ostium of the SFA.
- Lesion in contralateral limb requiring intervention within the next 30 days.
- Evidence of aneurysm or acute thrombus in target vessel.
Trial locations and contacts
No sites are listed yet. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
About this study
Official title: Helical Emitters for Treating Calcium Lesions Using Intravascular Lithotripsy With the IV-X Medical IVL System for Patients With Peripheral Artery Disease
To evaluate the safety and performance of the IV-X Medical Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) System in adults in order to demonstrate the ability of the IV-X Medical IVL System to safely and effectively deliver IVL treatment calcified peripheral arteries (iliac, femoral, ilio-femoral, popliteal, and infra-popliteal arteries).
Read the detailed description
IV-X Medical is conducting a prospective, single-arm, multi-center clinical premarket study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the IV-X Medical IVL System to treat moderately to severely calcified peripheral arteries in the iliac, femoral, ilio-femoral, popliteal, and infra-popliteal arteries. Study cohorts will consist of an above-the-knee (ATK) cohort and, in parallel, below-the-knee (BTK) and long lesion (LL) cohorts. Approximately 140 subjects will be enrolled.
- Conditions
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Being tested
- IV-X Medical IVL System
- Keywords
- PAD, IVL, Peripheral Artery Disease, Intravascular Lithotripsy, Lithotripsy
- Medical subject headings
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
IV-X Medical IVL SystemDevice
The IV-X Medical Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) System (IV-X IVL System) is a balloon-based lithotripsy device designed to treat calcified peripheral artery lesions. The device employs sonic pressure waves to fracture the calcifications, restoring blood flow and improving vascular health.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| IVL Treatment Arm | Experimental | Not described Receives: Device: IV-X Medical IVL System |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Primary Effectiveness Endpoint defined as the number of patients with a post-procedure residual diameter stenosis of <50% (after adjunctive therapy, if used), as assessed by quantitative angiography via core lab evaluation.
Measured: Day of Procedure
Primary Safety Endpoint defined as freedom from a composite of the following new onset Major Adverse Events (MAEs)
- Clinically driven target limb revascularization
- Unplanned amputation of the target limb above the ankle
- Device- or procedure-related post-operative death
Measured: Within 30 days post-procedure
Secondary outcomes (19)
Secondary endpoint of acute procedural success defined as number of patients with a post-procedure residual diameter stenosis of <50% (without additional PTA balloon insertion and treatment) as assessed by quantitative angiography via core lab evaluation
Measured: Day of Procedure
Secondary Endpoint of Acute Procedural Success with Freedom from Procedural Adverse Events
Defined as the number of patients with BOTH a post-procedure residual diameter stenosis of <50% (after adjunctive therapy and/or stenting, if used) as assessed by Investigator via visual estimate and freedom from major procedural adverse events.
Measured: Day of Procedure
Secondary Endpoint of Acute Procedural Success defined as number of patients with post-procedure residual diameter stenosis of ≤30% of the target lesion
Defined as number of patients with post-procedure residual diameter stenosis of ≤30% of the target lesion (with or without adjunctive PTA or stent therapy) as assessed by quantitative angiography via core lab evaluation.
Measured: Day of Procedure
Secondary endpoint of Acute Procedural Success defined as the number of procedures where IVL was successfully delivered in the desired location with 2 or fewer catheters.
The ability of the IV-X IVL System to deliver IVL treatment to the desired location in the target vessel. Up to two (2) IVL catheters may be used to complete treatment in the target vessel.
Measured: Day of Procedure
Freedom from Major Adverse Events (MAEs) within 6 Months of the Study Procedure
Measured: 6 Months
Freedom from Non-Serious and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)
Measured: 6 Months
Freedom from Device- and Procedure-related Adverse Events (AEs)
Measured: 6 Months
Freedom from Clinically Driven Target Lesion Revascularization at 30 days
Measured: 30 Days
Freedom from Clinically Driven Target Lesion Revascularization at 6 months
Measured: 6 Months
Freedom from Unplanned Major Amputation of the Target Limb (Above the Ankle)
Measured: 6 Months
Change in Rutherford Clinical Category Score at 30 days, Compared to Baseline
Measured: 30 Days
Change in Rutherford Clinical Category Score at 6 Months, Compared to Baseline
Measured: 6 Months
Change in Quality of Life between Baseline and 30 Days measured using the VasQOL-6 survey
The Vascular Quality of Life Questionnaire 6 (VasQOL-6) includes six items for patients to rank on a 4-point Likert scale, yielding a total score ranging from 6 to 24, where higher scores indicate better quality of life.
Measured: 30 Days
Change in Quality of Life between Baseline and 30 Days measured using the EQ-5D-3L survey.
The EQ-5D-3L (3-Level) survey evaluates five dimensions of patient quality of life (mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort and anxiety/depression). The 3-levels for ranking are: no problems, some problems, and extreme problems. The ranking for each dimension can be used to evaluate a patient's current health state.
Measured: 30 days
Change in Quality of Life between Baseline and 6 Months measured using the VasQOL-6 survey.
The Vascular Quality of Life Questionnaire 6 (VasQOL-6) includes six items for patients to rank on a 4-point Likert scale, yielding a total score ranging from 6 to 24, where higher scores indicate better quality of life.
Measured: 6 Months
Change in Quality of Life between Baseline and 6 Months measured using the EQ-5D-3L survey.
The EQ-5D-3L (3-Level) survey evaluates five dimensions of patient quality of life (mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort and anxiety/depression). The 3-levels for ranking are: no problems, some problems, and extreme problems. The ranking for each dimension can be used to evaluate a patient's current health state.
Measured: 6 Months
Secondary Endpoint for Treatment Success defines as Number of patents with Target Lesion Patency
Target Lesion Patency Defined as Freedom from >50% Restenosis at 6 Months Post-procedure (Core Lab Assessed Duplex Ultrasound Peak Systolic Velocity Ration ≥2.4)
Measured: 6 Months
Change in Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) and/or Toe Brachial Index (TBI) of the Target Limb at 30 Days, Compared to Baseline
Measured: 30 Days
Change in Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) and/or Toe Brachial Index (TBI) of the Target Limb at 6 Months, Compared to Baseline
Measured: 6 Months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Aug 2026
- Study startDec 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion30 Sep 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Jan 2028 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)Studies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 140 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- IVX Medical
- Sponsor type
- Industry (pharma, biotech, devices)
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07746362
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- TP1152
- Acronym
- HELIX-PAD
- Status last verified
- Oct 2026
- First submitted
- 23 Jul 2026
- Last updated
- 21 Oct 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- Yes