Heart surgery study seeks best way to protect the heart

NCT ID NCT06287372

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at two different methods used to protect the heart during coronary artery bypass surgery. Twenty patients were randomly assigned to receive either Calafiore or modified Del Nido cardioplegic solutions. Researchers measured heart muscle damage markers and amino acid levels during surgery to see which method worked better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

cardioplegic solutions (Calafiore and modified Del Nido)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help surgeons choose the best method to protect the heart during bypass surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, completed study with only 20 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. It looks at lab markers, not long-term patient outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Damascus University Cardiac Surgery Hospital

    Damascus, Syria