New heart attack procedures aim to save more lives and prevent repeat attacks
NCT ID NCT04775914
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two methods used during emergency heart attack treatment: ischemic postconditioning (briefly pausing blood flow after opening the artery) and ultrasound-guided stent placement. The goal is to see if these techniques reduce death, heart failure, or the need for another procedure. The study involves 2,500 adults having a specific type of heart attack (STEMI) and compares these approaches to standard care.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Heart Center, Rigshospitalet
RECRUITINGCopenhagen, Capital Region, 2100, Denmark
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