Heart drug showdown: which works better during bypass surgery?

NCT ID NCT05222256

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compared two medications, levosimendan and adrenaline, given during heart bypass surgery to patients with weak hearts (ejection fraction 30-40%). Sixty adults aged 18-65 having elective surgery were included. The goal was to see which drug better supports heart function during and after the operation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myocardial ischemia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Assuit university

    Asyut, Asyut Governorate, 11511, Egypt