Protecting the brain during aortic arch surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at ways to protect the brain during surgery on the aortic arch, which is the curved part of the main artery from the heart. The goal is to reduce the risk of brain damage during this complex operation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are scheduled to have surgery on the aortic arch.
- You are able to understand and agree to take part in the study.
- You do not have any existing brain or nerve problems before the surgery.
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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