Comparing heart protection solutions during major heart surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of cardioplegia (a solution that stops your heart during surgery) to see which one leads to better outcomes. It is for adults undergoing major heart surgery with a heart-lung machine.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are having major heart surgery that uses a heart-lung machine and involves clamping your aorta.
- You are not pregnant.
- Your surgery is not on the aortic arch.
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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