Brain alert: new system could stop strokes during heart surgery
NCT ID NCT04966247
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study involves 40 adults undergoing aortic arch surgery to repair aneurysms or dissections. The goal is to test a new bedside system that measures brain chemicals in near real-time to detect early signs of brain injury. If successful, this could help surgeons take quick action to prevent strokes and confusion after surgery.
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St Bartholomew's Hospital
London, United Kingdom
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