Ear stimulation device may help control blood pressure during heart surgery
NCT ID NCT06784583
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear (vagus nerve) can help control blood pressure during heart stent placement. 480 adults with coronary artery disease and high blood pressure were randomly assigned to receive either real or sham stimulation. Researchers compared blood pressure changes between the two groups during the procedure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to manage blood pressure spikes during heart stent procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect on long-term outcomes is unknown.
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Locations
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First Hospital of China Medical University
Shenyang, Liaoning, 110001, China