New wearable device could replace blood tests during surgery recovery
NCT ID NCT06602336
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a wearable device that continuously measures lactate levels in the fluid just under the skin. Researchers want to see if it matches standard blood tests in patients recovering from heart bypass or valve surgery. If it works, the device could make recovery more comfortable by reducing the need for frequent blood draws.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Continuous Lactate Monitoring Device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this device could reduce the need for frequent blood draws during surgery recovery and help doctors quickly assess patients in emergency rooms.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 61 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is still investigational and not yet approved for routine use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Barts Health
London, United Kingdom
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