Clinical trial Recruiting at 4 sites Interventional Ages 18 to 90

Using CoQ10 to reduce inflammation and organ dysfunction in heart surgery patients

Official title: Protective Effect of Coenzyme Q10 Against Negative Inflammatory Response and Organ Dysfunction in Cardiac and Aortic Surgery (PANDA V): a Randomized Controlled Trial

Run by Nanjing Medical University · NCT04444349 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if giving CoQ10 to adults having heart surgery can help reduce inflammation and improve their recovery.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorNanjing Medical University
Academic / other
Locations4 sites (Beijing, Beijing Municipality and 3 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 1, 2021
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedNovember 27, 2024
Trial IDNCT04444349 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adult men and women scheduled for cardiovascular surgery who consent to participate.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are pregnant or have significant metabolic syndrome traits may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the protective effects of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplementation in adults undergoing cardiovascular surgery. It aims to determine whether CoQ10 can mitigate inflammatory responses and organ dysfunction associated with such procedures, independent of other lifestyle changes. Participants will receive CoQ10 alongside standard medical therapy to assess its efficacy in improving surgical outcomes. The study focuses on patients with decreased CoQ10 levels and mitochondrial dysfunction, which are common in cardiovascular disease.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved recovery and reduced complications for patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with CoQ10 supplementation in cardiovascular patients, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult men and women
* Who receive cardiovascular surgery
* Agree to participate in the surgery and sign the informed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant or planning on getting pregnant during the study
* Contain a minimum of 2 traits of metabolic syndrome
* Refused to participate in the surgery and refused informed consent

Where it's running

  • Beijing Anzhen Hospital
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    Recruiting
  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting
  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University
    Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
    Recruiting
  • West China Hospital of Sichuan University
    Chengdu, Sichuan, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.