New scan method could prevent unnecessary stents after heart attacks
NCT ID NCT05781087
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at 90 people who recently had a heart attack and have other artery narrowings that may or may not be dangerous. Researchers will use two types of scans—optical coherence tomography (OCT) and magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)—to see if they can tell which narrowings will get worse and which will stay stable. The goal is to help doctors decide which narrowings truly need stents, avoiding unnecessary risks.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors decide which artery narrowings need stents after a heart attack, reducing unnecessary procedures and preventing future attacks.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 90 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The scans may not accurately predict which narrowings will cause problems.
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Locations
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King's College Hospital
London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom
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Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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St Thomas' Hospital
London, SE1 7EH, United Kingdom