Heart stent showdown: which technique wins for left main blockages?
NCT ID NCT07596706
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two ways to place stents in the left main coronary artery when there is a blockage at the opening of a branch. One method places a stent only in the blocked branch, while the other extends a stent from the main artery into the branch. Researchers will track 1000 patients to see which approach leads to fewer heart attacks, deaths, or repeat procedures. The goal is to find the safer and more effective technique for these high-risk blockages.
What this could mean
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Active substance
drug-eluting stent
What this could lead to
If this trial succeeds, it could clarify which stenting technique is safer for treating blockages at the left main coronary artery, potentially reducing heart attacks and the need for repeat procedures.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so results may be influenced by factors other than the stenting technique. The findings may not apply to all patients with coronary artery disease.
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Locations
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Istanbul Mehmet Akif Ersoy Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Hospital
Istanbul, Please Select, 33484, Turkey (Türkiye)