Heart surgery patients may avoid kidney damage with common supplements
NCT ID NCT06620523
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether taking CoQ10 and glutathione before and after heart surgery can prevent acute kidney injury, a common complication. 242 adults scheduled for elective heart surgery will receive either the supplements or a placebo. The goal is to see if these mitochondrial-targeting supplements reduce kidney damage.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and Glutathione
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to prevent kidney damage after heart surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a Phase 2 trial with only 242 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The supplements may not reduce kidney injury more than a placebo.
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George Washington University Hospital
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