Hybrid heart fix combines bypass and stents – but study stalls
NCT ID NCT03788369
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at a hybrid approach for treating multiple blocked heart arteries: a minimally invasive bypass for the main artery plus stents for others. Only 6 people took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if this combination is safe and effective in real-world practice.
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Locations
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Asan Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea
What this could mean
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Active substance
Hybrid coronary revascularization (minimally invasive bypass surgery plus stenting)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a less invasive alternative to open-heart surgery for people with multiple blocked arteries.
What could go wrong
The study was terminated early and enrolled only 6 people, so results are very limited. The procedure still carries risks like heart attack, stroke, or need for repeat treatment.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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