Harmless virus could predict dangerous complications after heart transplant

NCT ID NCT05064462

Summary

This study looked at whether tracking levels of a common, harmless virus (TTV) in the blood could help predict infections or organ rejection in heart transplant patients. Researchers followed 60 patients for their first year after transplant, measuring the virus monthly. The goal was to see if this simple blood test could become a useful tool to help doctors better manage anti-rejection medications.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Strasbourg

    Strasbourg, 67091, France

  • CHU de Rennes

    Rennes, 35033, France

  • Hôpital européen Georges Pompidou

    Paris, 75015, France

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