One-Time artery fix may cut hospital time for heart attack patients
NCT ID NCT07519590
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at two ways to treat heart attack patients who have multiple blocked arteries. One group had all blockages fixed in a single procedure, while the other group had the main blockage fixed first and the others in a separate procedure later. The goal was to see if the one-time approach could reduce hospital stays and costs without causing more problems. The study involved 112 adults who had a specific type of heart attack and were treated with a clot-busting drug before the procedure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedure
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could shorten hospital stays and lower costs for heart attack patients with multiple blocked arteries, without increasing short-term risks.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 112 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. There is a risk of kidney damage from contrast dye, and long-term benefits are not yet clear.
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Locations
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Helwan University Hospital
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11795, Egypt