3D-Printed hearts could make child heart surgery safer
NCT ID NCT03891160
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether using a 3D-printed model of a child's heart helps surgeons plan a procedure to place a mechanical pump (VAD) in children with congenital heart disease and heart failure. About 36 children weighing over 3 kilograms will take part. The goal is to see if the model improves surgical precision and patient outcomes compared to standard planning.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
RECRUITINGAtlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
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Columbia University
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10032, United States
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Lurie Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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University of Florida
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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Weill Cornell
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10065, United States
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