Heart surgery may cloud your mind: landmark study to compare brain risks of bypass vs. stents

NCT ID NCT07491120

First seen Mar 30, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looks at whether heart bypass surgery (CABG) causes more long-term memory and thinking problems than a less invasive stent procedure (PCI). Researchers will test 600 patients' brain function before and up to 2 years after their procedure. The goal is to help patients and doctors choose the best heart treatment for preserving mental sharpness.

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