New care plan after heart pump surgery shows promise
NCT ID NCT05758194
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a standardized care plan to protect the right side of the heart after a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implant. Twenty adults receiving an LVAD were given either the standardized care or usual care. The goal was to see if the new approach could prevent right heart failure after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Standardized post-operative management protocol
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could reduce right heart failure after LVAD surgery, helping patients recover more smoothly.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 20 participants. The results may not apply to all patients, and the protocol may not show clear benefits over usual care.
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University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States