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A Study of the WallFlex™ Biliary Fully-covered Stent for the Palliative Treatment of Malignant Bile Duct Obstruction

Launched by BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION · Feb 8, 2007

Trial Information

Current as of May 27, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Malignant Cholestasis, Extrahepatic Biliary Obstruction

ClinConnect Summary

No description provided

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Age 18 or older
  • Clinical symptoms of biliary obstruction
  • Inoperable extrahepatic biliary obstruction by any malignant process
  • Willing and able to comply with the study procedures and provide written informed consent to participate in the study.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Participation in an Investigational Study within 90 days prior to date of patient consent
  • Strictures that cannot be dilated enough to pass the delivery system
  • Perforation of any duct within the biliary tree
  • Presence of a metal biliary stent
  • Presence of any esophageal or duodenal stent
  • Patients for whom endoscopic procedures are contraindicated
  • Patients with known sensitivity to any components of the stent or delivery system
  • Patients with active hepatitis or intrahepatic metastases that extensively involves both lobes of the liver
  • Patients with an anticipated life expectancy of \< 3 months

About Boston Scientific Corporation

Boston Scientific Corporation is a global leader in medical device innovation, dedicated to providing solutions that enhance patient care and improve clinical outcomes. With a strong focus on advancing the treatment of various medical conditions, Boston Scientific develops and manufactures a diverse range of products across multiple specialties, including cardiology, urology, and endoscopy. The company is committed to rigorous clinical research and development, ensuring that its devices meet the highest standards of safety and efficacy. Through collaboration with healthcare professionals and ongoing investment in technology and education, Boston Scientific strives to deliver breakthrough therapies that address unmet medical needs and empower patients worldwide.

Locations

Rochester, Minnesota, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

San Francisco, California, United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Aurora, Colorado, United States

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Bret Petersen, MD

Principal Investigator

Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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