New study aims to predict which blockages need stenting after a heart attack
NCT ID NCT06506448
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at 320 people who had a severe heart attack (STEMI) and have blockages in other arteries besides the one that caused the attack. Researchers will use CT scans and blood tests to see which blockages are likely to cause future problems. The goal is to find out if only high-risk blockages need stenting, while others can be treated with medication alone.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more personalized approach where only high-risk blockages are stented after a heart attack, reducing unnecessary procedures and risks.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It aims to gather data, not test a therapy, so it won't directly change care. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Royal Stoke University Hospital
RECRUITINGStoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
RECRUITINGSouthampton, Hampshire, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom
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University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
RECRUITINGBournemouth, Dorset, BH15 2JB, United Kingdom
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