Testing blood markers after heart surgery in infants
Part of Injuries & trauma, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial studies patterns in immune cells (neutrophils) in very young children who undergo heart surgery using a heart-lung machine. The goal is to better understand and potentially reduce lung injury after surgery.
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Who can take part
- Your child is under 12 months old
- Your child is scheduled for heart surgery that uses a heart-lung machine
- Before surgery, your child’s oxygen level is above 90% (SpO2)
- A parent or legal guardian must be willing to consent
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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