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The GORE VBX FORWARD Clinical Study: A Comparison of the GORE® VIABAHN® VBX Balloon Expandable Endoprosthesis to Bare Metal Stenting for Patients With Complex Iliac Occlusive Disease

Clinical trial: Comparing GORE stent to metal stent for iliac disease.

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18 years and older
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Phase N/A

The study compares two treatments for complex **iliac occlusive disease** (a blockage in the arteries in the pelvis). The **GORE® VIABAHN® VBX Balloon Expandable Endoprosthesis** is a special device used to keep these arteries open, like a tunnel. The study checks if this device works better than **bare metal stents**, which are small tubes used to open blocked arteries. The study involves adults who have symptoms when walking or resting due to this disease.

Participants must be 18 or older and can’t have certain health conditions or allergies. The study requires following up with the doctors and sticking to the plan. If you are eligible, it’s important to know that this study may require regular check-ups and some procedures.

  • **Duration:** The study involves a series of follow-ups and may last over a year.
  • **Visits:** Participants will need to attend regular doctor visits for check-ups.
  • **Risks:** Risks include reactions to the device or procedures, and potential complications.
Study details
    Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease
    Peripheral Arterial Disease

NCT05811364

W.L.Gore & Associates

16 May 2026

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