Cardiogenic shock

This study tests whether a personalized blood transfusion approach, based on oxygen levels, is better than the standard method for people on a heart-lung machine (ECMO) due to severe heart failure. About 236 adults will be randomly assigned to one of two strategies to see which r…

This study tests whether taking a daily fiber and magnesium supplement (WellBiome) for 6-8 weeks before heart surgery can improve recovery. Researchers will compare ICU time, complications, and hospital stay between 80 patients who get the supplement or a placebo. The goal is to …

This large phase 3 trial is testing whether adding vicadrostat to the existing drug empagliflozin can reduce the risk of heart problems in adults with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. About 11,800 participants will take either the combination or a placebo …

This study tests whether a digital platform that monitors blood pressure and symptoms at home can improve outcomes for people with early cardiogenic shock, a serious heart condition. About 472 patients will be split into two groups: one gets standard discharge care, the other get…

This study looks at the long-term safety of the drug pelacarsen in people with high lipoprotein(a) and heart disease. About 5,700 participants who finished a previous pelacarsen trial will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects and heart events. The goal is to see if …

This study is testing a digital app called VIRTUES that provides educational resources and treatment recommendations for heart conditions like atrial fibrillation and heart failure. Researchers will enroll 2000 patients across 11 modules to see if the app is easy to use and helps…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether adding baxdrostat to the standard drug dapagliflozin can better prevent heart failure and cardiovascular death in people with type 2 diabetes who already have heart disease and high blood pressure. About 11,300 participants will receive eithe…

This study tests whether a special activity score, calculated from heart rate data, can help people who have completed cardiac rehab stick to exercise guidelines. About 318 participants will wear a smartwatch for 4 months and do an exercise test at the end. Researchers will compa…

This study tests a minimally invasive procedure to repair a leaky heart valve in people with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. About 144 adults in intensive care will be randomly assigned to either standard medical therapy or…

This study tests whether drugs that increase the heart's pumping ability (inotropes) benefit patients in cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. About 346 critically ill adults will receive either dobutamine, milrinone, or a placeb…

This study compares two methods for closing the breastbone after open-heart surgery: rigid plate fixation (using a metal plate and screws) versus traditional wire cerclage (using stainless steel wires). The trial will enroll 250 adults at high risk for wound complications, such a…

This study tests whether adding a balloon pump (IABP) to standard ECMO support helps the heart recover better in people with severe cardiogenic shock. About 104 adults will be randomly assigned to get ECMO alone or ECMO plus the balloon pump. Researchers will measure heart functi…

This study tests whether text messages can help people who have finished cardiac rehab keep up healthy habits like weight management, physical activity, and taking medications. Researchers will enroll 400 people from groups often left out of heart research. The study compares dif…

This study tests whether replacing a narrowed heart valve right away (within 12 hours) helps people with severe aortic stenosis who are in cardiogenic shock, compared to the usual approach of stabilizing them in the ICU first. Thirty participants will be randomly assigned to one …

This early-stage trial tests a new antibody drug called procizumab in 130 people with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart cannot pump enough blood. The drug blocks a protein called DPP3, which is linked to worse outcomes. The main goal is to check safe…

This study tests a device called Efferon LPS that filters harmful substances from the blood during and after heart surgery. The goal is to see if it can reduce the risk of multiple organ failure, a serious complication. Researchers will enroll 60 adults having heart surgery with …

This study tests whether adding a balloon pump early to reduce pressure on the heart improves survival and recovery in 298 adults on ECMO for severe cardiogenic shock. Participants are randomly assigned to early preventive unloading or standard care with rescue unloading only if …

This study tests whether genetic testing can help veterans at high risk for heart disease start and stick with statin medications. About 410 veterans aged 40-75 with diabetes or heart disease who are not currently taking statins will receive either a genetic report on their stati…

This study tests a new method called decrement evoked potential (DeEP) mapping to guide catheter ablation for ventricular tachycardia (VT) in people with structural heart disease. VT is a fast, dangerous heart rhythm that can cause sudden cardiac arrest. The standard ablation pro…

Cardiogenic shock is a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. This study tests whether setting a personalized blood pressure target based on central venous pressure improves survival and reduces organ damage compared to the standard fixed target. Abou…

This study tests whether adding digital coaching to home-based cardiac rehabilitation helps veterans complete more rehab sessions and improve their heart health. 150 veterans with heart disease will be randomly assigned to standard home rehab or home rehab plus a private social m…

This study tests whether using less of the drug noradrenaline, by aiming for a lower blood pressure target (55 mmHg instead of 65 mmHg), can improve survival and reduce severe kidney failure in people with cardiogenic shock after a heart attack. About 776 adults will be randomly …

This study looks at whether placing a special balloon pump (IABP) early after starting ECMO can improve survival in adults with cardiogenic shock—a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. About 358 participants will be randomly assigned to get the ball…

This study looks at whether people at moderate risk for heart problems should continue or stop taking aspirin before a colonoscopy. About 2,500 participants will be randomly assigned to take either aspirin or a placebo for a few days around the procedure. The goal is to see which…

This study tests a noninvasive radiation treatment (SBRT) for people with ventricular tachycardia, a dangerous heart rhythm that can cause sudden death. The 12 participants have structural heart disease and have not been helped by standard treatments like drugs or catheter ablati…

This pilot study tests whether an implanted heart pressure monitor (CardioMEMS) can help prevent complications in 40 patients who survived cardiogenic shock. Participants will have the device implanted and receive regular pressure checks and medication adjustments. The goal is to…

This early study is testing a new heart pump device (Magenta Elevate) in 10 people with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. The device is inserted through a blood vessel to help the heart pump. Researchers are checking if it is…

This study compares a single dose of targeted radiation (SBRT) to the standard catheter ablation procedure for reducing dangerous heart rhythms in people with advanced heart disease. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal is to se…

This study tests a program that uses an AI chatbot, health coach, and home monitoring devices to help 300 adults with heart disease, diabetes, or kidney disease manage their conditions. The goal is to see if this approach reduces hospital visits, complications, and deaths over 6 …

This study tests a program called CVD-FIT for African American adults who struggle to afford food and are at risk for heart disease. Participants get monthly income support, weekly incentives to buy healthy food, and phone-based education on heart health. The goal is to see if th…

This study tests whether giving a special life-support machine (ECMO) at the scene of a cardiac arrest helps more people survive than waiting until they reach the hospital. About 90 adults under 70 who have a witnessed heart attack and receive bystander CPR will be included. The …

This study tests a compact heart-lung machine called Cardiohelp in 50 children with severe heart failure. The device supports the heart for up to 30 days while kids recover or await a transplant. The trial also compares two blood thinners to see which causes fewer bleeding or clo…

This study is testing whether giving air conditioners and a $100 electricity subsidy to older adults in Boston neighborhoods can reduce heat stress, heat strain, and related health problems. One hundred participants aged 55-95 who don't have AC will be randomly assigned to receiv…

This study is for adults with severe cardiogenic shock who need a heart-lung machine (ECMO) and have developed acute kidney injury. Researchers want to see if starting dialysis (continuous renal replacement therapy) earlier improves survival and reduces long-term kidney dependenc…

This study tests whether using a heart-lung machine (ECMO) before a high-risk aortic valve replacement can prevent death, cardiac arrest, or emergency surgery. It includes 30 adults with severe aortic stenosis who are unstable or have complex anatomy. Participants receive ECMO su…

This study tests if adding the drug landiolol to the fluid that protects the heart during mitral valve surgery can reduce a serious complication called low cardiac output syndrome, where the heart struggles to pump enough blood after surgery. About 1500 adults having elective mit…

This study tests whether adding an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) to standard ECMO support helps more people with severe cardiogenic shock recover enough to come off the heart-lung machine. About 430 adults will be randomly assigned to get ECMO alone or ECMO plus IABP. The main…

This study tests whether bempedoic acid, a cholesterol-lowering drug, can reduce artery inflammation and improve heart health in people with HIV. About 121 adults aged 40 and older with well-controlled HIV and at least one heart disease risk factor will receive either the drug or…

This study tests whether using a special heart monitor (pulmonary artery catheter) early in the hospital can lower the risk of death for people in cardiogenic shock caused by heart failure. About 400 adults with severe heart failure and shock will be randomly assigned to get eith…

This study tests a temporary heart pump called iVAC 2L in 100 patients undergoing high-risk angioplasty. The pump helps stabilize blood flow during the procedure. Researchers will track deaths, heart attacks, strokes, and other complications for up to a year to see if the device …

This study is testing a special mattress that can measure heart rate, breathing, temperature, and body position without touching the patient. It is designed for people with heart disease who are in the hospital. The goal is to see if this wireless system works as well as standard…

This study checks if a quick, non-invasive finger test (QuantaFlo HD) can detect early signs of heart dysfunction. Researchers will compare the finger test results with standard heart ultrasound measurements in 600 adults who have risk factors like high blood pressure or diabetes…

This study is testing whether a machine learning algorithm can accurately detect heart murmurs that point to structural heart disease. Researchers will record heart sounds from 125 adults using two different digital stethoscopes and compare the algorithm's findings to standard ec…

This study tests a smartphone app designed to help people prepare for heart surgery through exercise, nutrition tips, and telehealth check-ins. About 40 adults awaiting surgery will either use the app or receive standard care. Researchers want to see if the app is easy to use, ac…

This study tests a 6-session program called BE-FIT that helps cardiac rehabilitation patients reduce anxiety about exercise. The program uses gradual exposure to feared sensations, prevents safety behaviors, and uses activity monitors for feedback. Researchers will enroll 146 adu…

This study tests whether a daily movement program led by a kinesiologist can reduce frailty in 60 hospitalized heart patients. Frailty makes people weaker and more likely to have longer hospital stays or be readmitted. The program encourages simple activities like standing, walki…

This study looks at whether giving a special ketone drink through a feeding tube is safe and practical for people with severe heart failure. The goal is to see if it can help the heart use energy better. The study involves 12 participants with very weak hearts who are in the hosp…

This study tests whether adding a program that targets sleep and stress (called RESST) to standard cardiac rehabilitation helps heart patients recover better. About 200 adults with heart conditions who also have poor sleep or high stress will take part. Researchers will measure s…

This study tests a web-based app called IAMABLE that provides evidence-based rehabilitation strategies for people with chronic conditions like heart disease, arthritis, or neurological disorders. Fifty adults aged 45 to 75 will use the app for 4 months to set goals and learn abou…

This study tests whether a type of talk therapy called Behavioral Activation, delivered via home-based telehealth, can improve social functioning and mood in veterans recently discharged from the hospital for a heart condition. About 132 veterans with depression will receive eith…

This study compares a women-only cardiac rehabilitation program to the standard mixed-gender program for women with heart disease. Sixty women aged 40-80 will attend 36 sessions over 12 weeks, with extra women-focused education. Researchers will measure attendance, completion rat…

This study tests a program called One-Mind One-Heart that combines mindfulness and behavior change skills to help older adults with HIV reduce stress and improve heart health. The program includes text messages and covers topics like physical activity, diet, and substance use. Th…

This study tests whether a standardized, step-by-step protocol for giving blood thinner injections (low-molecular-weight heparin) can reduce bruising and pain in heart patients. About 180 patients in cardiac care units will be randomly assigned to receive injections either by the…

This registry study will enroll 200,000 high-risk cardiac patients to see how well an AI platform called Willem can detect heart problems from standard ECGs. The AI's readings will be compared to expert cardiologist diagnoses, but the AI results won't be shared with doctors, so p…

This study aims to learn more about how diseases related to blood clots, the immune system, and blood vessels start and change over time. Researchers will enroll up to 1,000 people aged 5 and older, including those with these conditions, their healthy relatives, and healthy volun…

This study aims to learn more about heart and blood vessel diseases by observing people who have them or are at risk. Researchers will collect samples and perform tests like imaging and stress tests on up to 5,000 participants, including healthy volunteers and relatives of affect…

This study observes up to 350 patients who had a heart attack complicated by cardiogenic shock and received an Impella CP heart pump during artery-opening procedures. Researchers will track safety issues like major bleeding, limb problems, and kidney injury, as well as survival a…

This study, called CEPEC, is a large platform trial enrolling 5,500 ICU patients across multiple countries. It tests different approaches to three common ICU treatments: how low to let blood pressure go with vasopressors, when to give platelet transfusions, and how to provide nut…

This study creates a large database of about 12,000 people with and without heart disease. Researchers collect medical information and blood samples to analyze factors that influence heart conditions like coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke. The goal is to better u…

This study looks at medical records of 1,000 older heart patients in Russia to see if they were prescribed potentially harmful medications during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers will use a medical database to count how often these risky prescriptions happened and check for dan…

This study is creating a large collection of blood, urine, stool, and heart tissue samples from 10,000 people with and without heart or metabolic conditions. The goal is to store these samples along with medical information to speed up future research into what causes these disea…

This study is testing whether simple nutritional checks before heart surgery can predict how well patients recover. Researchers will give 250 patients questionnaires, blood and urine tests, and measure grip strength and body composition. They will then see if these measures are l…

This study gathers detailed, real-time information from the Impella heart pump and standard hospital monitors in 125 people with cardiogenic shock. The goal is to better understand how the pump and the body's vital signs work together. No new treatment is being tested; instead, r…

This registry will collect health information from 8,000 patients with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart suddenly can't pump enough blood. Researchers will track what treatments patients receive and how they fare, including survival rates in the hosp…

This study looks at whether people with type 2 diabetes, COPD, or heart disease who join a health program in Halsnaes Municipality improve their physical function and well-being. About 194 adults will be tracked before and after the program using tests and questionnaires. The goa…

This observational study follows 800 adults admitted to a cardiology department with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart suddenly can't pump enough blood. Researchers will review medical records from 2017 onward to see how treatments and survival rates…

This observational study looks at how the right side of the heart adapts when critically ill patients receive fluids. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure heart function before and after fluid administration in 100 adults. The goal is to understand why some patients develop…

This study looks at how people with ME/CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome) and people with heart conditions feel after a bike exercise test. Researchers want to see if the type and timing of symptoms after exercise are different between the two groups. 80 adults will take part, and th…

This study follows 300 people who had hospital-acquired pneumonia to see how it affects their heart and lungs over 18 months. Researchers will take blood samples, swabs, and perform heart and lung tests to understand the link between pneumonia and later cardiovascular problems li…

This study is testing a comprehensive MRI scan to see if it can better diagnose different heart conditions. Researchers will scan 2,000 adults with suspected or confirmed heart disease. The goal is to create a standard imaging method that improves early detection and risk predict…

This study looks at data from 100 adults with cardiogenic shock who received an Impella 5.5 heart pump. Researchers aim to build a tool that uses pump signals to predict whether a patient's own heart will recover. The goal is to improve decision-making and reduce complications li…

This study tests whether paramedics can safely place a small tube in the leg artery of people having a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. The tube allows continuous blood pressure monitoring, which may help doctors give the right amount of medication to keep the heart pumping. …

This study is testing whether artificial intelligence can predict if someone will develop one of five common diseases: diabetes, heart disease, breast cancer, back pain, or arthritis. Researchers will collect health data from 1,000 adults aged 30 to 60, including medical records,…

This study is a registry that will follow 3000 people hospitalized with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart suddenly cannot pump enough blood. Researchers will collect information on how patients are treated and what happens to them over time. The goal…

This study looks at 100 ICU patients with shock who are on a breathing machine. Doctors will use an ultrasound to measure the size of a vein and artery in the leg. They want to see if this ratio can tell whether giving fluids will help the heart pump more blood. The goal is to fi…

This study uses advanced heart MRI to see how bariatric surgery and cardiac rehabilitation change the heart's structure and function. Researchers will scan 150 adults before and 6-12 months after these metabolic treatments. The goal is to understand how the heart adapts to these …

This study looks at how painkillers and sedatives are given to patients on ECMO, a life-support machine for severe heart or lung failure. Researchers will first review current sedation practices in UK hospitals, then work with patients, families, and staff to design a safer sedat…

This study will use a new type of cardiac MRI to look at the heart's microscopic structure in 1,000 people—both healthy volunteers and those with various heart conditions. The goal is to see if this advanced imaging can detect early signs of heart damage better than standard test…

This study is building a huge database of up to 800,000 Korean patients with heart or brain vascular disease. By tracking their health over many years, researchers hope to understand the unique patterns and risk factors in this population. The goal is to create a platform that ca…

This study is creating a large biobank of blood, DNA, plasma, and tissue samples from 15,000 people with and without heart and aortic diseases. Researchers will use this information to better understand conditions like aortic aneurysm, heart failure, and bicuspid aortic valve. Th…

This study aims to develop better MRI methods for imaging the heart and brain, and to describe heart diseases using these new techniques. It will also investigate whether gadolinium, a common MRI contrast agent, stays in the body long after use. Up to 5,000 healthy volunteers and…

This study tests whether a machine-learning model can predict serious heart events in children admitted to the hospital. The model alerts doctors when a child may need a palliative care consultation. Researchers will compare outcomes before and after the model is used, involving …

This study will use advanced heart MRI scans on up to 100,000 people with known or suspected heart disease. The goal is to learn how these scans can help doctors better understand, diagnose, and treat different heart conditions. Researchers will track participants' health over ti…

This study watches 600 adults on a heart-lung machine (ECMO) for severe shock to see how often they develop heart rhythm problems like atrial fibrillation. It tracks complications and recovery times. The goal is to learn more, not to test a new treatment.

This study looks at 26 people with severe heart failure who are in cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. Researchers will measure specific markers in the blood related to inflammation and blood vessel health. The goal is to bette…

This study creates a large collection of blood, tissue, and medical information from up to 5,000 people with or at risk for pediatric heart disease. Researchers will use these samples to better understand the disease and find new ways to diagnose or treat it in the future. Partic…

This observational study will follow 600 adults hospitalized with acute heart failure or cardiogenic shock. Researchers will collect information from routine care, plus extra blood and urine samples, to see if they can better identify different types of shock and predict who is a…

This study measures how hard children with conditions like neuromuscular disease, scoliosis, or heart problems work to breathe. Researchers use a thin tube placed through the nose into the esophagus to measure breathing muscle strength and effort. The goal is to better understand…

This study is observing 1,000 people hospitalized with acute heart failure to learn how to better predict their outcomes. Researchers will use blood tests, imaging, and other measurements to identify different patient types. The goal is to improve future treatment and care for th…

This registry is collecting information from 8,000 people undergoing heart or chest surgery. The goal is to see how factors before and during surgery relate to serious complications like death, shock, or infection. By analyzing this data, researchers hope to find ways to improve …

This study is testing a tool called B-COMPASS that uses a 22-question survey to predict whether people will follow their prescribed treatments. Researchers will enroll 3100 adults with cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, nerve, cancer, or rare diseases across Europe. The goal is t…

This study is testing whether giving probiotics after heart surgery can improve recovery by changing the bacteria in the gut. Researchers will measure certain chemicals in the blood that come from gut bacteria. The trial involves 30 adults scheduled for heart surgery, who will re…

This study looks at how the brain, nerves, and blood vessels interact in 80 adults having heart surgery. Researchers will measure brain activity, blood flow, and heart reflexes to better understand the link between heart disease and depression. The goal is to develop new tools fo…

This study follows 500 people with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart suddenly can't pump enough blood. Researchers will collect data from four specialized centers to understand what treatments work best and why some patients do better than others. No…

This study collects blood samples from 1500 adults at risk for heart disease to discover new biomarkers that can predict future heart attacks, strokes, or blocked leg arteries. Participants are seen at a specialized prevention center and provide samples and health data at the sta…

This study looks at whether having a dedicated cardiogenic shock team helps more people survive severe heart failure or heart attack. Researchers will compare survival rates before and after the team was created, using data from up to 3,000 patients. The goal is to see if this te…

This study tests whether a single PET tracer (FDG) can measure both blood flow and sugar use in the heart, instead of needing two separate tracers. Researchers will compare results from FDG with a dedicated flow tracer in 60 healthy adults and people with heart disease. The goal …

This study tests a program called Heart-to-Heart, where community health workers help low-income patients make informed choices about cardiac rehab after a heart event. About 50 adults from Johns Hopkins Hospital will take part. The goal is to see if the program is practical and …

This study will enroll 5,000 adults with chronic heart conditions like heart failure, high blood pressure, or aortic stenosis. Participants will wear a Prolaio digital health patch that monitors heart rate, breathing, and other vital signs. The goal is to observe how these condit…

This observational pilot study at Thomas Jefferson University will enroll 20 adults with cardiogenic shock who are already receiving an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABC). Researchers will measure baseline arterial compliance (how stiff the arteries are) and then track heart functi…

This study collects small heart tissue samples from 400 adults undergoing heart procedures. Researchers will analyze these samples to find new markers that could help diagnose heart diseases earlier and better understand how the heart works in health and disease. The goal is to i…

This study uses a special eye scan called OCTA to measure the density of tiny blood vessels in the retina. Researchers will compare results from 64 people—half with cardiovascular disease and half healthy—to see if the scan can reliably detect vessel changes linked to heart probl…

This study looks at a severe condition called mixed cardiogenic-vasoplegic shock, where the heart fails to pump and blood vessels widen too much. Researchers will review medical records from 2,500 patients in three French hospitals to understand who gets this condition and how th…

This study is testing whether adding genetic and imaging information to standard risk assessments can better predict heart disease in 30,000 healthy Italian adults aged 40-80. Participants will have their risk calculated using traditional methods and then again with the added dat…

This study is testing a virtual patient navigation program for 260 English, Chinese, or Spanish speakers with breast cancer or heart disease. The goal is to see if a phone-based portal can help underserved people get the support they need, even though it won't fully replace in-pe…

This study follows over 10,000 Moroccan adults for 10 years after a heart screening. Researchers will track heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related deaths to build a risk score tailored to the Moroccan population. The goal is to better predict and prevent heart disease in Moroc…

This study is building a biobank of blood and tissue samples from 500 patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Researchers will analyze these samples to better understand the causes and progression of heart disease. The goal is to improve future diagnosis and treatment, but no new th…

This registry follows 350 people who survived cardiogenic shock (a severe form of heart failure) after they leave the hospital. Researchers want to learn about deaths, hospital readmissions, and other challenges patients face in the months and years after discharge. The goal is t…

This study tracks 150 adults in cardiac rehab to see if men and women differ in how much they move during and up to 6 months after the program. Participants wear activity trackers and complete fitness tests at three visits over 10 months. The goal is to understand barriers to sta…

This study looks at how genes affect the immune system and treatment responses in people with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart suddenly can't pump enough blood. Researchers will collect blood samples from 300 patients to identify genetic patterns li…

This study aims to see if voice recordings from a smartphone can help detect heart disease. Researchers will collect voice samples and health data from up to 1 million adults using the Mayo Clinic app. No treatment is given; the goal is to gather information for future AI tools.

This study observes 128 critically ill ICU patients to see how two common sedatives—propofol and ketamine—affect the risk of severe drops in blood pressure or cardiac arrest during emergency intubation. Propofol can lower blood pressure, while ketamine may help maintain stability…

This study is testing whether a smartwatch, combined with artificial intelligence and remote doctor check-ins, can help detect heart issues like atrial fibrillation and unstable angina earlier than usual. Researchers at the University of Sao Paulo will enroll 520 adults with hear…

This study is observing 900 adults in Greece who have both chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and at least one heart condition. Researchers will track their health for two years, recording lung flare-ups, heart complications, hospital visits, and quality of life. The go…

This registry is tracking 3,000 critically ill patients who receive the CytoSorb blood-filtering device in real-world intensive care settings. The goal is to collect data on how the device is used and whether it relates to patient survival. It covers many conditions like sepsis, …