Could ECMO without blood thinners be safe? new trial aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT04273607

First seen Jan 18, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study is testing whether a heart-lung machine (ECMO) can be used safely without blood thinners in adults with severe lung failure. About 40 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care with blood thinners or no blood thinners. The goal is to see if avoiding blood thinners reduces bleeding risks while still preventing clots in the machine.

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