Heart pump showdown: does pulsatile flow protect Kids' organs better?

NCT ID NCT00862407

First seen May 04, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how two different heart-lung bypass pumps affect the brain, heart, lungs, and kidneys of 300 children during open-heart surgery. One pump sends blood in a steady stream, while the other sends it in pulses like a natural heartbeat. The goal is to see if one method helps protect vital organs better than the other.

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Locations

  • Penn State College of Medicine

    Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States

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