Heart attack treatment with imaging-guided stent placement
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two methods of placing a stent in a blocked heart artery after a recent heart attack. One method uses a special ultrasound called IVUS to guide placement, while the other uses standard X-ray imaging. The goal is to see which one leads to better recovery and fewer complications.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 18 years.
- You had a heart attack, and the symptom started more than 30 minutes ago but less than 12 hours ago.
- Your ECG shows signs of a heart attack.
- The blocked artery is suitable for a stent, with a size between 2.5 and 4 mm.
- You do not have severe bleeding risks, recent stroke, or other serious illnesses that might affect your participation.
- You are willing to provide written consent and can understand the study procedures.
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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