Stopping pain after heart surgery with a special chest closure
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new device to close the breastbone after open-heart surgery to see if it helps reduce the need for prescription pain medicine. The device is designed to hold the bone together more securely, which may lead to less pain and faster recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 19 years old or older.
- You are having planned (non-emergency) heart surgery like bypass or valve repair.
- Your surgery will involve a cut down the middle of your chest (full sternotomy).
- You have not had previous heart surgery or recent CPR.
- You are not currently using strong blood thinners or have chronic lung disease.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is below 40.
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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