Scientists probe why heart surgery weakens Babies' immune defenses

NCT ID NCT04423523

Summary

This study aimed to understand why heart surgery with a heart-lung machine might weaken the immune system in babies under 3 months old. Researchers measured specific substances in the blood before and after surgery to see if they were linked to reduced immune function. The goal was to gather knowledge that could help improve care for infants undergoing these complex procedures.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Nantes University Hospital

    Nantes, 44093, France

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