New combo could cut bleeding and recovery time after heart procedure

NCT ID NCT06549842

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Regional Hospital of Scranton Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This completed study tested two strategies to reduce bleeding and artery blockage after a common heart procedure. 451 patients received either a standard or lower dose of heparin and a different compression band. The goal was to see if the new approach could shorten recovery and lower complications.

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Active substance: Heparin
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could shorten recovery time and lower the risk of bleeding and artery blockage after heart catheterization.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial, but results are not yet published. The lower heparin dose might not prevent clotting as well, and the new band may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

arterial occlusion Arterial Occlusive Diseases cardiovascular disorder Hemorrhage hemorrhagic disease

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ARTERIAL PUNCTURE BLEEDING CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES CATHETER COMPLICATIONS OCCLUSION OF ARTERY

New combo could cut bleeding and recovery time after heart procedure

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