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New blood thinning combo could cut ECMO bleeding and clotting risks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to manage blood thinning in patients on ECMO, a machine that helps the heart and lungs. The goal is to reduce bleeding and clotting problems, which affect over 40% of ECMO patients. Researchers will compare a combination of two blood thinners (nafamosta…
Matched conditions: ECMO
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Chao Yang Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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ECMO showdown: which strategy saves more lives in High-Risk heart procedures?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at two different ways to use a heart-lung machine (ECMO) during high-risk heart procedures. One method sets up the machine just in case it's needed, while the other uses it from the start. The goal is to see which approach leads to fewer serious problems like dea…
Matched conditions: ECMO
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Balloon pump after ECMO: could it save more hearts?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether placing a special balloon pump (IABP) early after starting ECMO can improve survival in adults with cardiogenic shock—a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. About 358 participants will be randomly assigned to get the ball…
Matched conditions: ECMO
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a pupil check predict brain recovery? new study tests Super-Early clues in ECMO patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether checking pupils and brain oxygen levels right before starting ECMO can help predict neurological recovery in cardiac arrest patients. Researchers will measure these in 45 adults being evaluated for ECMO, before and after the procedure. The goal is to s…
Matched conditions: ECMO
Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New breathing technique could help critically ill kids on ventilators
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized lung volume optimization maneuver can improve heart and lung function in children on ventilators. It includes two groups: children recovering from heart surgery and those with severe respiratory failure. Researchers will adjust ventilator p…
Matched conditions: ECMO
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC