Stroke device could improve heart attack recovery

NCT ID NCT05307965

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested a device called a stent retriever, normally used for strokes, to remove blood clots during a heart attack. The goal was to see if it could reduce damage to small blood vessels in the heart better than standard treatment. The trial involved 81 adults having a heart attack with a large clot.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oxford Heart Centre

    Oxford, OX3 9DU, United Kingdom

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