Heat-Sealing needle holes: a new way to stop bleeding?

NCT ID NCT05790109

First seen Nov 03, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study planned to test a technique that uses heat to seal the needle track after a liver, kidney, or spleen biopsy, aiming to reduce bleeding in patients at high risk. It was withdrawn before enrolling any participants. The goal was to see how well patients and doctors tolerated the procedure and whether it worked safely.

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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