Trial comparing treatments for Coronary Artery Disease
Official title MiECC Versus Conventional Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Cardiac Surgery (MiECS)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05487612
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if MiECC reduces serious complications after heart surgery compared to conventional heart‑machine use.
- Who it's for
- Adults who need heart surgery for coronary artery disease or aortic valve problems.
- What's involved
- Participants will have heart surgery using either the MiECC or the standard machine, with routine post‑surgery care and monitoring.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts until the patient is discharged from the hospital, with follow‑up visits as scheduled by the doctors.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 85
You may be able to join if
- All patients undergoing any elective or urgent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), aortic valve replacement (AVR) or CABG+AVR surgery using...
You likely can't join if
- Requirement for emergency or salvage operation.
- Requirement for major aortic surgery (e.g. aortic root replacement).
- Contraindication or objection (e.g. Jehovah's Witnesses) to transfusion of blood products.
- Congenital or acquired platelet, red cell or clotting disorders (patients with iron deficient anaemia will not be excluded).
- Inability to give informed consent for the study (e.g. learning or language difficulties).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Toronto, Canada
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Bari, Italy
- Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye)
- Rize, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Toronto, Canada; Thessaloniki, Greece; Bari, Italy; Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye); Rize, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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