Short or long? study tests which sheath reduces artery blockage after heart procedures

NCT ID NCT03854253

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 100 people with coronary artery disease who had a heart procedure through the wrist. Half got a short sheath and half got a long sheath. The goal was to see which one leads to fewer blockages in the radial artery. Researchers used ultrasound to check for blockages and also tracked bruising.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the best tool to reduce artery blockages after common heart procedures.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 100 people, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests a procedure, not a new drug or cure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tyumen Cardiology Research Center, Tomsk National Research Medical Center, Russian Academy of Science

Tyumen, 625026, Russia

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