Cheaper dialysis filters may work just as well in Kids' heart surgery

NCT ID NCT06792565

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Alnas Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 60 children having heart surgery with a bypass machine. It compared two types of filters—hemofilters and hemodialyzers—to see which one better removes inflammatory substances called cytokines. The goal was to find out if the cheaper hemodialyzer could be a safe alternative.

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 show that cheaper hemodialyzers work as well as hemofilters for reducing inflammation during pediatric heart surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 60 children, so results may not apply to all patients or settings. It compares devices, not a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital heart disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARDIO-PULMONARY BYPASS CYTOKINE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Alnas Hospital

Shubrā al Khaymah, Egypt

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