A pilot randomised controlled trial (resubmission of 2018 application)
In progress
17/10/2019
South East
Surgery, Clinical trial
Awarded amount: £150,000
Grant scheme: TRP
Institution: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Principle Investigator: Prof Richard Gibbs
A thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA) is a swelling of the main blood vessel & the aorta – in the chest. If a TAA puts too much pressure on the aorta and ruptures, it can be fatal. TAAs can be repaired through keyhole surgery to place a stent in the aorta which acts as an artificial blood vessel for the blood to flow through.
Although a life-saving procedure, it can lead to complications such as stroke and widespread brain damage.
This project will test whether removing air from stents using carbon dioxide can reduce the risk of complications and improve the outcomes from this life-saving surgery.
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