IV iron for anemia after heart surgery in older adults
Treatments studied
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests whether giving iron through a vein after heart surgery helps treat postoperative anemia (low red blood cells) in people age 70 and older. It may improve recovery by correcting low iron levels after surgery.
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Who can take part
- Be at least 70 years old and able to understand/consent
- Plan to have elective aortic valve replacement (AVR) or coronary bypass (CABG)
- On the first day after surgery (POD 1), not need strong “heart support” medicines (inotropes) and not be on a breathing machine (ventilation)
- On POD 1, doctors expect you to be able to leave the intensive care unit and go to a regular hospital ward
- Have moderate iron-related anemia after surgery (hemoglobin 85–110 g/L plus low iron stores, such as low ferritin or low iron saturation)
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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