Tart cherry juice tested to calm heart after surgery

NCT ID NCT03793465

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looks at whether tart cherry concentrate can reduce the risk of a common irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) after mitral valve surgery. About 50 adults aged 50-79 who are having elective heart surgery will take tart cherry concentrate. Researchers will measure inflammation in heart tissue and track heart rhythm and hospital stay length.

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Locations

  • University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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