NCT05591118 · NYU Langone Health
Pulmonary Embolism - Thrombus Removal With Catheter-Directed Therapy
(PE-TRACT)
What this study is about
PE-TRACT is an where both patients and doctors know the treatment given, assessor-blinded, randomly assigned trial, aiming to compare catheter-directed therapy (CDT) and anticoagulation (CDT group) with anticoagulation alone (No-CDT) in 500 patients with submassive PE, proximal pulmonary artery thrombus and right ventricular dilation.
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PE-TRACT is an open-label, assessor-blinded, randomized trial, aiming to compare catheter-directed therapy (CDT) and anticoagulation (CDT group) with anticoagulation alone (No-CDT) in 500 patients with submassive PE, proximal pulmonary artery thrombus and right ventricular dilation.
Interventions
DRUG
Anticoagulant Therapy
All subjects will receive anticoagulation for a minimum of 3 months.
DEVICE
Catheter-Directed Therapy
The endovascular physician can choose to use either mechanical thrombectomy (MT) using a device cleared by the FDA to treat PE or catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDL) using an infusion catheter cleared by the FDA to administer thrombolytic drugs for the treatment of PE
Primary outcome measures
Peak Oxygen Consumption (PVO2)
Time frame: Month 3
PVO2 measured during cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET).
New York Heart Association (NYHA) Functional Classification
Time frame: Month 12
The NYHA classifies the extent of heart failure. It classifies patients in one of four categories based on their limitations during physical activity; the limitations/symptoms are in regards to normal breathing and varying degrees in shortness of breath and or angina pain: * Class I - No symptoms and no limitation with ordinary physical activity. * Class II - Mild symptoms and slight limitation during ordinary activity. * Class III - Moderate limitation in activity (even less than ordinary) due to symptoms. * Class IV - Symptoms occur at rest and severe limitation with any physical activity. * Class V - Dead.
Incidence of Major Bleeding at Day 7
Time frame: Up to Day 7
International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) definition of "Major Bleeding" to be used. Per ISTH, Major Bleeding defined as: 1. Fatal bleeding, AND/OR; 2. Symptomatic bleeding in a critical area or organ, such as intracranial, intraspinal, intraocular, retroperitoneal, intraarticular or pericardial, or intramuscular with compartment syndrome, AND/OR; 3. Bleeding causing a fall in hemoglobin level of 2 g/dL (1.24 mmol/L) or more, or leading to transfusion of two or more units of whole blood or red cells.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Symptomatic PE diagnosed by contrast-enhanced CT angiography with involvement of a main or lobar pulmonary artery branch; and 2. Right ventricular (RV) dilation as defined by the presence of an RV/Left ventricular ratio \> 1 on CT angiography
Exclusion criteria
- Age \< 18 years 2. Systolic blood pressure \< 90 mmHg for \>15 consecutive minutes or \> 40 mmHg drop from baseline, or vasopressor requirement for blood pressure support (i.e., massive PE), occurring within 1 hour prior to eligibility assessment. 3. Symptom duration \> 14 days for the current PE episode 4. Irreversible INR \> 3 5. Irreversible Thrombocytopenia (Platelets \< 50,000/microliter) 6. Creatinine \> 2.0 mg/dl 7. Hemoglobin \< 7.0 g/dl 8. Pregnancy (positive urine or blood pregnancy test (a pregnancy test must be obtained within 7 days prior to randomization in people of childbearing potential)) 9. Allergy or hypersensitivity to Recombinant Tissue Plasminogen Activator (rt-PA), or iodinate
Where
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Palo Alto, California
- Sacramento, California
- San Diego, California
- Torrance, California
- Newark, Delaware
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia
- Miami, Florida
- Tampa, Florida
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Chicago, Illinois
- Downers Grove, Illinois
And 24 more locations — see the full list below.
Collaborators
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced May 18, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations