Influence of CPB Temperature on CABG Morbidity
Launched by BAYSTATE MEDICAL CENTER · Oct 27, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of May 09, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
BACKGROUND:
A pilot study of warm versus cold perfusion and preservation was completed in 32 patients prior to the ongoing study. The findings of the pilot study showed 53 percent of patients had evidence of new neurologic disturbance at postoperative day four. Only the neurologic dysfunction could be correlated with warm versus cold perfusion (37.5 percent warm versus 75 percent cold, P less than 0.05). The changes in neurologic function had abated or clearly improved by one month of follow-up, and the distinction in neurologic dysfunction grading was no longer apparent between the two gr...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- • Patients, referred for elective or urgent coronary revascularization, not having ongoing angina instability, requiring three or more bypass grafts, and under 70 years of age.
About Baystate Medical Center
Baystate Medical Center is a leading academic medical center located in Springfield, Massachusetts, dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative clinical research and high-quality patient care. As a key affiliate of the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Baystate Medical Center combines cutting-edge research with comprehensive medical services to enhance patient outcomes. The institution plays a pivotal role in conducting clinical trials across various therapeutic areas, leveraging its robust infrastructure and interdisciplinary expertise to facilitate the development of new therapies and improve clinical practices. With a commitment to ethical standards and patient safety, Baystate Medical Center strives to contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge and the well-being of the communities it serves.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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Timeline
First submit
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Estimated completion
Not reported
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