Ultrasound before heart surgery to check vein function
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses ultrasound to measure changes in a large vein near the heart before cardiac surgery. It may help doctors better understand how the heart is working before the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for heart surgery at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.
- You can lie flat on your back during the ultrasound.
- You can breathe on your own without assistance.
- You can provide written consent to participate.
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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