Heart labs go green: study weighs procedure waste
NCT ID NCT07106437
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 38 times
Summary
This study measured the amount and type of waste produced during heart procedures like angiograms and valve repairs. Researchers weighed and sorted waste into categories such as paper, regular trash, medical waste, and recyclable plastic. They compared two waste-handling methods to see which is better for the environment and costs. The goal is to help hospitals reduce their environmental footprint.
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Department of Cardiology, University Heart Center Basel, University Hospital Basel
Basel, 4031, Switzerland
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help hospitals reduce waste and carbon emissions from heart procedures, making them more eco-friendly and cost-effective.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with 40 patients. Results may not apply to all hospitals or countries, and it does not test any treatment.
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