The latest from the UK vascular surgery trials community
12 May 2026
By Dr Helen Marsh
Recruitment to the national trial comparing endovascular and open repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms has now exceeded 100 patients, keeping the study on track for its 280-participant target.
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By Mr Tunde Okafor
Interim 12-month data from the PAD-PACE study suggest paclitaxel drug-coated balloon angioplasty maintains vessel patency in patients with critical limb ischaemia, though the trial team urges caution pending full follow-up.
Read more →30 March 2026
By Vascular Trials UK Editorial Team
A national network of vascular research nurses has been established to share best practice and improve recruitment to vascular surgery trials across the NHS.
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