Gentler vein harvesting may keep bypass grafts open longer
NCT ID NCT03501303
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a 'no-touch' method for taking veins from the leg during heart bypass surgery, compared to the usual technique. Over 900 patients were followed for two years to see if the no-touch method kept the vein grafts open better. The goal is to improve long-term success of bypass surgery and reduce the need for additional procedures.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
No-touch vein harvesting technique (procedure)
What this could lead to
If successful, this technique could reduce the need for repeat procedures and improve long-term outcomes for heart bypass patients.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but the benefit may be modest or not apply to all patients. Surgical technique changes can have variable results across centers.
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Locations
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Aarhus
Aarhus, Denmark
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Göteborg
Gothenburg, Sweden
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Karlskrona
Karlskrona, Sweden
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Karolinska Sjukhuset
Stockholm, Sweden
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Linköping
Linköping, Sweden
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Lund
Lund, Sweden
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Umeå
Umeå, Sweden
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Uppsala
Uppsala, Sweden
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Örebro, Sweden
Örebro, Sweden