Hybrid heart fix combines bypass and stents – but study stalls
NCT ID NCT03788369
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at a hybrid approach for treating multiple blocked heart arteries: a minimally invasive bypass for the main artery plus stents for others. Only 6 people took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if this combination is safe and effective in real-world practice.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Hybrid coronary revascularization (minimally invasive bypass surgery plus stenting)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could offer a less invasive alternative to open-heart surgery for people with multiple blocked arteries.
- What could go wrong
- The study was terminated early and enrolled only 6 people, so results are very limited. The procedure still carries risks like heart attack, stroke, or need for repeat treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Asan Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea
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