Stent showdown: which heart device heals better?
NCT ID NCT03440801
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at 240 heart attack patients to compare two types of stents—one with a coating that dissolves over time and one with a permanent coating. The goal was to see how well the arteries healed over three years. Researchers checked for things like new plaque buildup and how well the stents stayed in place. The study did not test a new treatment but aimed to understand which stent might lead to better long-term healing.
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Tokorozawa Heart Center
Tokorozawa, 3591142, Japan
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