Nitrite Mediated Cardioprotection During Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Status:
Unknown status
Trial end date:
2012-07-01
Target enrollment:
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Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether sodium nitrite administration 24 hours
prior to or during coronary artery bypass surgery protects the heart better from lack of
blood flow which occurs as part of this type of operation. The study will also determine what
the mechanisms of this cardioprotection are.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust