Tiny study hints arm cuff may shield heart during attack

NCT ID NCT07272408

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Helwan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether briefly restricting blood flow to an arm (remote ischemic conditioning) before opening a blocked heart artery could reduce heart damage. Only 2 patients took part, so the results are not meaningful. The study looked at heart function, kidney problems, and survival, but no firm conclusions can be drawn.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: remote ischemic conditioning (a procedure using brief blood flow restriction to an arm or leg)
What this could lead to: If this approach shows benefit in larger trials, it could point toward a simple, low-cost way to reduce heart damage during a heart attack.
What could go wrong: This trial enrolled only 2 people, so the findings are not reliable. Larger studies are needed to know if it works or if there are risks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ST-elevation myocardial infarction

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ISCHEMIC CONDITIONING PRIMARY PERCUTANEOUS CORONARY INTERVENTION REMOTE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Helwan University

Helwan, 11795, Egypt

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