Status:
COMPLETED
The Internal Thoracic Artery Skeletonization Study: A Paired, Within-Patient Comparison
Lead Sponsor:
University of Ottawa
Conditions:
Coronary Artery Disease
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether skeletonization of the internal thoracic artery leads to improved flow, increased length, improved sternal perfusion, and decreased pain and dysesthes...
Detailed Description
Traditional harvesting of the internal thoracic artery (ITA) for use as a conduit in coronary bypass surgery involves the dissection of a rim of tissue surrounding the artery on either side. Although ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Patients undergoing bilateral internal thoracic artery harvest for coronary artery bypass surgery
Exclusion
- Inability to speak English or French
- Inability to complete follow-up visits
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
Estimated Enrollment :
48 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00265499
Last Update
December 14 2005
Active Locations (1)
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1Y 4W7