Study of immune reaction to donated pulmonary valve
Part of Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at how the body's immune system reacts to a donated pulmonary valve (homograft) after it is implanted. It aims to understand who may develop antibodies against the valve, which could affect how well the valve works over time.
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Who can take part
- You need to be 14 years old or older.
- You must be scheduled to receive a donated pulmonary valve (homograft).
- Your surgery cannot be an emergency procedure.
- You cannot be pregnant or have given birth within the last 6 months.
- You must not have had a blood transfusion during surgery or in the past 6 months.
- You cannot have certain antibodies against the donor tissue before 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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