Blood thinner showdown: which is safer for ECMO patients?
NCT ID NCT05959252
First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026
Summary
This study tests two blood thinners, bivalirudin and heparin, in 80 adults on ECMO life support. The goal is to see which drug keeps blood thin enough to prevent clots and bleeding, and which is more cost-effective. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two drugs shortly after starting ECMO.
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Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
RECRUITINGSydney, New South Wales, 2050, Australia
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