Heart surgery tweak may prevent silent strokes

NCT ID NCT07382362

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study tests whether closing the left atrial appendage (a small pouch in the heart) during valve surgery can prevent silent brain injuries in 100 adults without atrial fibrillation. Participants will have brain scans after surgery to check for hidden strokes. The goal is to find a simple way to reduce neurological risks during heart surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Fuwai Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

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  • Fuwai Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shenzhen

    Shenzhen, China

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  • Peking University First Hospita

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

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  • Qingdao Cardiovascular Hospital

    Qingdao, China

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