Could a simple gas shield Infants' brains and kidneys during heart surgery?

NCT ID NCT05101746

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at whether giving nitric oxide during heart-lung bypass surgery can protect the brain and kidneys of babies born with heart defects. About 50 infants under 1 year old will take part. Researchers will measure markers of brain and kidney damage before and after surgery, and check for confusion after the operation.

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Locations

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37212, United States

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