Ear zap may shield kidneys during heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07549243
First seen Apr 29, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests a simple, non-invasive ear stimulation technique to prevent acute kidney injury—a common and serious complication after heart surgery using a heart-lung machine. About 152 adults scheduled for elective heart surgery will receive either the real stimulation or a sham (fake) version before and after surgery. The main goal is to see if this approach lowers the number of people who develop kidney problems within a week after their operation.
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