TSC (0.5 mg/kg injection pre-PPCI + 7.5 mg crocetin tablets for 3 days) administration improved myocardial reperfusion, as evidenced by enhanced ST-segment resolution, suggesting reduced reperfusion injury in STEMI patients post-PPCI. While no benefits were observed in CTIMIFC or cardiac remodeling, the safety profile and primary outcome results support further investigation. Larger trials are needed to confirm efficacy and assess long-term clinical impacts.
Elahabadi et al. (2026) studied this question.