Microplastics in heart attack patients
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial looks for tiny plastic particles (microplastics and nanoplastics) in blood clots from people having a severe heart attack (STEMI) who need a procedure to open a blocked artery. It may help us understand if these particles are linked to heart attacks.
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Who can take part
- You are over 18 years old
- You are having a severe heart attack (called STEMI) and need urgent heart catheterization
- Your heart attack is caused by a complete or near-complete blocked artery
- Your doctor plans to use a suction device (thromboaspiration) to remove the clot
- You are able to understand and sign a consent form
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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