Comparing mini-invasive techniques for aortic surgery
Comparison Between Ministernotomy and Minithoracotomy for Aortic Surgery
This study is testing which of two mini-invasive surgical methods for aortic valve replacement works better for patients needing this surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 2425 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Florence Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Florence) |
| Trial ID | NCT04350697 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate and compare the immediate and long-term outcomes of two mini-invasive surgical techniques used for aortic valve replacement: ministernotomy and anterior right minithoracotomy. By observing patients who are indicated for aortic and/or aortic valve surgery, the study seeks to determine if one technique offers superior results over the other. The research is observational in nature, focusing on real-world outcomes rather than controlled interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who require aortic and/or aortic valve surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require aortic surgery or have contraindications for surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify the most effective surgical approach for aortic valve replacement, leading to improved patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on mini-invasive surgical techniques, this specific comparison of ministernotomy and minithoracotomy is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: - Indication for Aortic and/or Aortic Valve surgery Exclusion Criteria: - none
Where this trial is running
Florence
- Massimo Bonacchi — Florence, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Massimo Bonacchi, Prof
- Email: mbonacchi@unifi.it
- Phone: 393389855782
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.