Scientists study leftover heart tissue to unlock secrets of heart cell maturity
NCT ID NCT00243776
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study uses small pieces of heart tissue removed during necessary surgery in children with congenital heart disease. Researchers want to understand how calcium controls heart cell contraction and how infant heart cells differ from adult ones. They also aim to improve lab-grown heart cells by making them more like real adult heart cells. The study does not test any treatment but may help future research.
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could improve lab-grown heart cells for studying heart disease and testing new treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a basic science study using leftover tissue from surgery, not a treatment trial. Findings may not directly lead to new therapies.
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Emory University School of Medicine
RECRUITINGAtlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
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