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Sternotomy clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 6 Sternotomy clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 4 countries (most in Turkey (Türkiye) (3), Netherlands (1), Switzerland (1)). 1 was first registered in the last 30 days. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 6Clinical trials
- 1New in 30 days
- 4Countries
Newest Sternotomy clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Isometric Handgrip Training Before and After Heart Surgery to Boost Recovery | — | Giza | Recruiting | Oct 30, 2026 |
| Combined transversus thoracic + serratus anterior plane blocks versus erector spinae plane block for pain after sternotomy | — | Bursa, Nilüfer | Recruiting | Mar 5, 2026 |
| Preoperative deep parasternal intercostal plane block to reduce opioid use during median sternotomy | — | Gaziantep, Sahinbey | Recruiting | Jan 2, 2026 |
| SuperCable vs. steel wires for closing the sternum after heart surgery | — | Zurich | Recruiting | Nov 26, 2025 |
| Understanding chronic pain after heart surgery | — | Ankara, Ankara and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Aug 2, 2024 |
| Effects of T-REX Twente precautions on recovery after heart surgery | — | Enschede, Overijssel | Recruiting | Nov 3, 2023 |
All recruiting trials (6)
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Isometric Handgrip Training Before and After Heart Surgery to Boost Recovery
This study tests whether gentle handgrip exercise before and after open-heart surgery helps people recover their physical ability and autonomic function.
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Combined transversus thoracic + serratus anterior plane blocks versus erector spinae plane block for pain after sternotomy
This trial will try whether combining transversus thoracic and serratus anterior plane nerve blocks controls pain after median sternotomy better than an erector spinae plane block in adults having elective heart surgery.
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Preoperative deep parasternal intercostal plane block to reduce opioid use during median sternotomy
This will test whether a bilateral ultrasound-guided deep parasternal intercostal plane (DPIP) block given before surgery can reduce opioid use during and after elective median sternotomy in adults.
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SuperCable vs. steel wires for closing the sternum after heart surgery
This trial tests whether SuperCable sternal closure helps the bone heal faster and reduces pain after heart surgery compared with conventional steel wires in adults undergoing CABG.
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Understanding chronic pain after heart surgery
This study looks at what causes long-lasting pain in people aged 18-80 after heart surgery to help improve pain management for these patients.
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Effects of T-REX Twente precautions on recovery after heart surgery
This study is testing if following new T-REX Twente precautions helps people recover better and feel less afraid of moving after heart surgery compared to standard care.
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Quick answers
How many Sternotomy clinical trials are recruiting right now?
6, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 4 countries. The most sites are in Turkey (Türkiye) (3 trials), Netherlands (1 trial), Switzerland (1 trial), Egypt (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
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