Aorta coarctation
MONDO:0007345Congenital narrowing of a segment of the aorta. Signs and symptoms include hypertension, muscle weakness, shortness of breath, headaches and leg cramps.
Also known as: aortic coarctation, coarctation of aorta, coarctation of the aorta
19 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Heart surgery study seeks to pinpoint protection window
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 80 adults having heart valve or aortic surgery to find out how long a special heart protection solution (Del Nido cardioplegia) keeps the heart safe during surgery. Researchers took blood samples at set times to see when heart injury began. The goal was to le…
Sponsor: Muhammet Talha Ceran, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Heart surgery in infants: new study reveals hidden Long-Term risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed medical records of 901 infants who had surgery for aortic coarctation (a narrowed aorta) before age one. Researchers wanted to find out how many later developed high blood pressure or re-narrowing of the aorta. The goal is to better understand these risks and …
Sponsor: Institut Saint Pierre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC