Women may face higher risks after aortic aneurysm repair, study suggests

NCT ID NCT04905225

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 200 men and women who had surgery to repair a small ascending aortic aneurysm (5.0-5.5 cm). Researchers wanted to see if gender affects early and long-term outcomes like death, heart attack, or bleeding. The goal is to understand why women might have worse results and improve care for everyone.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could clarify why women may have worse outcomes after aortic surgery, leading to better tailored care.

What could go wrong

This is an observational analysis of past data, not a treatment trial. Results may not change practice or apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

aneurysm or dilatation of ascending aorta Aneurysm, Ascending Aorta

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tomsk NRMC

    Tomsk, 634012, Russia