New study aims to stop heart rhythm problems after bypass surgery

NCT ID NCT07194798

Not yet recruiting Prevention Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will test two different surgical techniques used during heart bypass surgery to see which one better prevents a common complication called atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat). The trial will involve 122 adults having their first planned bypass surgery. Researchers will compare making a small opening in the sac around the heart (posterior pericardial window) versus placing a drain behind the heart (retro-cardiac drain) to reduce heart rhythm issues and other problems like fluid buildup.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: surgical procedure (posterior pericardial window or retro-cardiac drain)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could establish a better standard technique to prevent irregular heartbeat and other complications after heart bypass surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 122 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. The techniques are surgical and carry standard risks like bleeding or infection.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atrial fibrillation coronary artery disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ATRIAL FIBRILLATION (AF) CABG

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