CT scans could make bypass surgery smarter
NCT ID NCT03894423
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether advanced CT imaging can help doctors plan better coronary bypass surgery for 200 people with heart disease. Participants get a CT scan before and after surgery to measure blood flow changes. The goal is to improve surgical decisions and reduce chest pain, but the surgery itself is standard care, not a cure.
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Locations
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Palo Alto Veterans Affaird Healthcare System
Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States
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Stanford University
Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States
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University of California San Diego
San Diego, California, 92093, United States
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