Heart disorder
MONDO:0005267A disease involving the heart and/or pericardium.
Also known as: cardiac disease, disease of heart, disease or disorder of heart, disorder of heart, disorder of heart/pericardium, heart disease, heart disease or disorder, heart disorder
5886 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a gentle electric field heal the heart? new study tests Pulsed-Field ablation for persistent AF
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether pulsed-field ablation (PFA), a non-thermal technique that uses electric pulses to target faulty heart tissue, can reverse structural changes in the heart caused by persistent atrial fibrillation (AF). Researchers will enroll 30 people with persistent A…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Real-World safety of odevixibat in rare liver disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 30 people with Alagille syndrome who are taking odevixibat in their daily lives. The goal is to see how safe the drug is over the long term by tracking any side effects. It is not testing if the drug works, but rather monitoring its real-world safety.
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart pump may help High-Risk patients get Life-Saving artery treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a temporary heart pump (CorVad) during a procedure to open blocked arteries (PCI) can improve outcomes for people with complex coronary artery disease and a very weak heart (ejection fraction below 35%). Half of the 452 participants will receive the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart valve study seeks best blood thinner to prevent clots and bleeding
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two blood-thinning strategies in people with severe aortic regurgitation who have had a new heart valve placed without open surgery. Participants receive either daily aspirin for a year or warfarin for six months followed by aspirin. The goal is to see which appr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental pill aims to ease thick heart muscle symptoms
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called Aom0304 in adults with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart muscle is abnormally thick. The study includes people with both obstructive and non-obstructive forms. Participants receive different doses of Aom0304 for …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amckaus PTY LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart drug study pulled before it even started
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aimed to see if a short course of the heart medication amiodarone could prevent atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in adults after heart surgery. About 1 in 3 patients experience this complication. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any partici…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart pump aims to make risky angioplasty safer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares a new temporary heart pump called VentriCure with standard ECMO support in people with coronary artery disease undergoing high-risk angioplasty. The study includes 220 patients whose hearts are weak or who have severe heart failure. The goal is to see if Ventr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Life Shield Medical Technology Co., LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart failure platform trial aims to find better treatments
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis platform trial will enroll 1,000 adults with heart failure to test several different treatments at the same time. Participants are randomly assigned to either an experimental intervention or standard care. The main goal is to see if these treatments can prevent death or hosp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stem cell injection during bypass surgery aims to repair damaged hearts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called HiCM-188, made from stem cells that become heart muscle cells. It is given as a single injection into the heart during bypass surgery in 12 adults with severe heart failure. The main goal is to check safety and see if it improve…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: HELP Therapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatch study aims to keep heart failure patients out of hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a wearable device (like a smartwatch) to monitor patients remotely can help doctors adjust heart failure medications more effectively. It includes 400 adults with both heart failure and atrial fibrillation. The goal is to improve treatment and reduc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to help heart failure patients get the right meds
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a web-based tool called SHARE-HF that helps heart failure patients and their doctors make medication decisions together. The tool shows personalized prognosis and medication options. Researchers will compare clinics using the tool to those with usual care, involv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and calendars could boost blood thinner use in heart patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 'nudge' program—including text reminders, a medication calendar, and an action plan—to help 84 adults with atrial fibrillation take their blood thinners consistently. Participants will watch an educational video, create a daily pill-taking routine, and receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New asthma shot could help kids breathe easier
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new injectable drug called depemokimab in 30 children aged 6 to 11 with asthma that involves a specific type of inflammation. The drug is given alongside their usual asthma medicines to see how the body processes it, how well it works, and if it is safe. The go…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny device could fix leaky heart valves without cutting chest open
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early trial tests a new device called Anchord that repairs leaky mitral valves without open-heart surgery. It will include 5 people with severe valve leakage who are too high-risk for standard surgery. The goal is to see if the device is safe and can reduce the leak, improvi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lifecord Otd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart vest for heart patients: could it cut hospital readmissions?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a wearable device that tracks heart rate, breathing, activity, and fluid buildup in people recently hospitalized for heart failure. 800 participants will either get standard care or standard care plus the device for 90 days. The goal is to see if early alerts fro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zoll Medical Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart drug combo under microscope: will it help or harm?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests whether it is safe to take nitroglycerin spray (used for chest pain) together with an experimental drug called nurandociguat (designed to help kidneys) in 36 adults with stable coronary artery disease. Both drugs widen blood vessels, so the main conce…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug boost heart pump recovery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether metformin, a standard diabetes medicine, can improve heart function in people who have received a mechanical heart pump (LVAD) for severe heart failure. Researchers will give metformin or a placebo to 108 patients for 12 months and check heart function, b…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Meals on wheels for heart health: VA tests Low-Sodium diet to keep vets out of hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether providing home-delivered low-sodium meals and short-term dietary counseling helps older veterans with heart failure recover better after a hospital stay. About 1,400 veterans aged 60 and older will be randomly assigned to receive either the meals plus cou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New balloon trick may save heart muscle during heart attacks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a simple balloon inflation technique to modify blood clots during emergency heart artery opening. 100 heart attack patients will either get the balloon procedure or standard care. The goal is to see if this reduces damage to the heart muscle and improves recovery…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Community health workers may boost antibiotic adherence for rheumatic heart disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether community health workers (CHWs) can help people with rheumatic heart disease (RHD) take their monthly antibiotic shots consistently. The trial will enroll about 308 participants in Brazil and Timor-Leste, including adults and children with RHD and their c…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a common diabetes pill help hearts heal after a heart attack?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the diabetes drug ertugliflozin, started within 72 hours of a first heart attack, can improve heart function in people with type 2 diabetes. About 476 adults will be randomly assigned to take the drug or receive standard care. Researchers will measure cha…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Which drug is best for pulmonary hypertensive crisis? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial will compare three drugs—dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine—to see which works best for people experiencing a pulmonary hypertensive crisis, a life-threatening spike in blood pressure in the lungs. The study will enroll 75 adults with pulmonary arterial hyperten…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can heart failure patients ditch their pills? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether heart failure patients whose heart function has returned to normal can safely stop taking two medications (sacubitril/valsartan and dapagliflozin or empagliflozin). Eighty adults whose heart failure was caused by a treatable condition like a heart v…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kyungsub Song • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Heart failure drug vericiguat faces new test in tricuspid regurgitation patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug vericiguat can improve right heart function and reduce tricuspid regurgitation in 100 adults with heart failure and reduced pumping ability. Participants take vericiguat daily for 9 months, with regular heart scans and walking tests to measure ef…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Daejeon St. Mary's hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New heart surgery technique aims to stop AFib in its tracks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new technique called PWI-Box, which uses a device named GeminiS to isolate the pulmonary veins and treat atrial fibrillation (AF) during open-heart surgery. About 200 adults with AF who are already scheduled for heart surgery via sternotomy will take part. The …
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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AI city halls: could Robot-Run domes cure addiction and homelessness?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether living in a self-contained, AI-managed community (called a Microcity) can improve mental health and reduce addiction in adults with conditions like autism, ADHD, substance use disorders, and behavioral addictions. Up to 1 million participants will liv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Veterans Recovery Network Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New heart valve clip shows promise in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device called the X-Clip, which is used to repair a leaky mitral valve without open-heart surgery. The device is inserted through a blood vessel and clips the valve to help it close better. The trial will include 15 adults with moderate-to-severe or severe …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenzhen Lifevalve Medical Scientific Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug may also protect heart arteries
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether mazdutide, a weekly injection that helps with weight loss, can slow the buildup of fatty plaque in the heart arteries of 116 overweight or obese adults with coronary heart disease. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 52 weeks, and d…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could one blood thinner be enough after a heart attack? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two approaches to blood thinning after a heart attack in patients with atrial fibrillation. One group gets two blood thinners (a DOAC plus clopidogrel), while the other gets only one (a DOAC alone). The goal is to see if using just one drug reduces bleeding ri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chonnam National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Freezing heart troubles: new device aims to stop ventricular tachycardia
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device that uses extreme cold to destroy small areas of heart tissue causing a dangerous fast heartbeat called ventricular tachycardia. The trial will include 100 adults with this condition who have not responded to medication. Researchers will check if the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Adagio Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Robotic surgery gets a sense of touch for heart valve repair
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether special force feedback instruments, used with the da Vinci surgical robot, can safely and effectively repair leaky mitral valves. The trial includes 30 adults with moderate-to-severe mitral regurgitation. Researchers will check for major complications and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Sound waves vs X-Rays: which guides heart stents better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to guide stent placement during emergency treatment for a severe type of heart attack (STEMI). About 2,500 patients will be randomly assigned to receive either standard X-ray guidance or ultrasound guidance (IVUS) during the procedure. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Smart inhalers track Fasenra's asthma control over full dosing cycle
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tracks people with severe eosinophilic asthma who already take Fasenra (benralizumab) every 8 weeks. Participants use electronic monitors on their regular inhalers and a study-provided rescue inhaler (AirSupra) to see if asthma control stays steady throughout the dosin…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Endeavor Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scoring balloon aims to crack tough heart plaques for better stent fit
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a specialized scoring balloon, called Naviscore, can better prepare calcified coronary arteries before placing a drug-eluting stent. Hardened plaques often prevent stents from expanding fully, raising risks of re-narrowing or clots. About 200 adults with …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Mons • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a preventive ablation during flutter treatment ward off future heart trouble?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a preventive procedure called pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) to the standard ablation for typical atrial flutter can reduce the risk of heart-related hospital visits, stroke, or death. The trial enrolls adults aged 55 and older with an enlarged lef…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New heart device registry aims to tame irregular heartbeat
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis registry will follow 500 people with symptomatic atrial fibrillation who are scheduled for a heart ablation using the Globe Pulsed Field System. The goal is to see how well the device controls the heart rhythm over 12 months and to track any major side effects within the fir…
Sponsor: Kardium Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New heart failure drug enters first human safety trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will test a single dose of a new drug called LY3971297 in 90 people with two types of heart failure: preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and what side effects occur. Particip…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New pill could help failing hearts pump better
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called AC01 in 400 people with chronic advanced heart failure and a weak heart pump. The goal is to see if AC01 can safely improve heart function over 12 weeks compared to a placebo. Participants will have heart ultrasounds and blood tes…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AnaCardio AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Smarter magnesium testing could shield Children's hearts and kidneys after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two ways of measuring magnesium in the blood to personalize magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) dosing for children after heart surgery. Low magnesium levels can lead to heart rhythm problems and kidney injury. One method measures total magnesium, while the other measures …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study to see if heart procedure beats standard care for AF and heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a heart procedure called catheter ablation to standard medical treatment for people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (a type of heart failure where the heart pumps normally but is stiff). The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart failure patients may get better pacemaker results with PET-CT guidance
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using detailed PET-CT scans to guide where a pacemaker lead is placed can improve heart function in 20 people with heart failure. Participants will receive a standard pacemaker, but the lead position will be chosen based on scan data. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Domenichini Giulia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug tirzepatide may help keep heart rhythm steady after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether tirzepatide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can reduce the return of atrial fibrillation (AFib) after a heart procedure called catheter ablation. Overweight or obese adults with persistent AFib will receive either tirzepatide injections plus st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Could LVAD patients ditch aspirin? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether patients with a heart pump (LVAD) can safely stop taking aspirin while continuing warfarin. The goal is to reduce bleeding problems without increasing dangerous clots. About 370 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either aspirin or a placebo…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Fish oil derivative may calm heart inflammation and stabilize plaques
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether icosapent ethyl, a purified fish oil medication, can reduce inflammation and improve heart structure in people with coronary artery disease. Researchers will follow 420 patients for one year, comparing those who receive standard care plus icosapent eth…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New balloon tackles tough heart blockages in major registry
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how a special balloon called the OPN balloon is used to open severely hardened or blocked heart arteries. Researchers will track 300 adults who need this procedure to see how well it works and what problems might happen. The goal is to learn the best ways to u…
Sponsor: Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New blood test score could personalize heart failure diuretic use
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a new scoring system, called the Biological Congestion Score (BCS), can help doctors better manage diuretic medications in people with chronic heart failure. The BCS combines four blood biomarkers with clinical information to estimate fluid congestion and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New 3D Heart-Mapping tool could sharpen AFib ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device called the VERAFEYE System, which creates a 3D model of the heart to guide doctors during catheter ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat). About 100 adults who are already scheduled for ablation will have the proc…
Sponsor: LUMA Vision Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Heart attack patients may benefit from Clot-Busting drug before delayed procedure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 240 adults having a major heart attack (STEMI) when the standard emergency procedure to open the blocked artery is expected to be delayed by over an hour. Half will get a clot-busting drug (tenecteplase) right away, followed by the procedure within 2-24 hours.…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: National Medical Research Center for Cardiology, Ministry of Health of Russian Federation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New combo pill could offer safer cholesterol control for seniors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a moderate statin (pitavastatin) combined with ezetimibe against high-intensity statins (atorvastatin or rosuvastatin) in patients aged 75+ with coronary artery disease who need a stent. The goal is to see if the combo is just as good at preventing heart attac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New pacemaker setting may cut AF risk in Slow-Heart patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether pacing the heart from a specific spot (posterosuperior bundle) can lower the chance of atrial fibrillation (AF) in people with sinus node dysfunction (a slow or irregular heartbeat). About 300 adults who need a pacemaker will be randomly assigned to get p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Tong Ren Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New stent study aims to improve heart artery treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a special stent (a small mesh tube) coated with a drug called sirolimus, used to open blocked heart arteries. Researchers will follow 300 adults who received this stent during a standard heart procedure to see how safe and effective it is over 5 years. The mai…
Sponsor: Dorian Garin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Pee power: simple urine test could revolutionize heart failure care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether measuring sodium in urine can help doctors give the right amount of diuretics (water pills) to people hospitalized with worsening heart failure. About 260 adults will be split into two groups: one gets standard care, the other gets treatment guided by uri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nurgul Ablakimova • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New combo ablation aims to tame stubborn AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding extra ablation lines to the standard pulsed-field ablation procedure helps people with long-standing atrial fibrillation (AF) stay in normal heart rhythm. 430 participants with AF lasting 1-3 years will be randomly assigned to receive either standa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yunlong Wang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Ear stimulation may calm heart inflammation after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive ear stimulation, called low-level tragus stimulation, can reduce inflammation and early heart rhythm problems after pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation. Forty-six adults with atrial fibrillation will receive either active or sham …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New tool may prevent artery blockage during heart valve replacement
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a device called ShortCut that splits old heart valve leaflets before placing a new valve inside it. The goal is to keep the arteries open and prevent blockages. About 150 people with aortic stenosis who are at risk for this complication will take part. Researc…
Sponsor: Pi-cardia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Virtual stenting tech aims to improve heart artery procedures
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a computer simulation (virtual stenting) before placing stents in heart arteries can lead to better outcomes than the usual method guided by X-ray images alone. About 1,472 adults with coronary artery disease will be randomly assigned to either the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a monthly pill replace painful penicillin shots for rheumatic heart disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test if taking oral azithromycin pills for three days each month works as well as getting a monthly penicillin shot to prevent rheumatic heart disease from getting worse. The trial plans to enroll 474 Nigerian secondary school students aged 10-18 with mild or mode…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug mounjaro could keep hearts in rhythm after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the diabetes and weight-loss drug tirzepatide (Mounjaro) can reduce the chance of atrial fibrillation coming back after a heart procedure called catheter ablation. About 602 adults with obesity and a type of heart failure (HFpEF) will get either tirzepati…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Yunlong Wang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to prevent strokes in irregular heartbeat
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis large phase 3 trial tests an experimental drug, REGN7508, against the standard blood thinner apixaban for preventing strokes in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The study will enroll over 15,000 participants to compare how well each drug prevents str…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New heart ablation technique aims to tame irregular heartbeats
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a catheter-based procedure called Varipulse to treat paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat that comes and goes). Researchers want to see how well it works long-term when combined with different types of sedation. About 300 adults aged 18-80 with sym…
Sponsor: Johnson & Johnson Medical (Shanghai) Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Massive 30,000-Patient trial launches to test new heart rhythm fix
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 30,000 adults in China with atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) that hasn't improved with medication. They will receive a new type of catheter treatment called pulse-field ablation. Researchers will track their health for up to 10 years to s…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a gut bacteria transplant ease heart failure in seniors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria (fecal microbiota transplantation) can improve quality of life and exercise ability in elderly patients with a common type of heart failure (HFpEF). Fifty adults aged 60 and older will receive either the transplant or a …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medicial University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug aims to cut heart risk for patients with high lp(a) after heart attack
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called pelacarsen in people who recently had a heart attack and have high levels of Lp(a), a type of fat in the blood that raises heart risk. The goal is to see if the drug can safely lower Lp(a) levels and improve heart health. About 240 adults in the US …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New balloon ablation could change early AFib treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called pulsed field ablation (PFA) for people with early-stage atrial fibrillation (AFib) diagnosed within the last 3 years. The procedure uses a balloon to deliver energy that isolates the pulmonary veins, aiming to stop abnormal heart rhythms. Resea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Asklepios proresearch • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New heart device under study for aortic valve and aorta repair
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will follow up to 250 adults who receive the KONECT RESILIA device, which replaces both the aortic valve and the ascending aorta in one surgery. The goal is to see how safe and effective the device is in real-world use. Participants must have a diseased aortic valve an…
Sponsor: Edwards Lifesciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Smart ventilation may cut lung risks in heart surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether customizing ventilator settings during heart bypass surgery can lower the risk of lung complications like pneumonia or respiratory failure. Researchers will compare a standard approach with one that adjusts settings based on lung mechanics. Eighty adults …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Smart patches could save hearts: hospital trial tests continuous monitoring
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a wearable monitoring system (ECG patch, temperature patch, and pulse oximeter) can reduce major heart complications in hospitalized patients with heart disease. About 1500 adults will be monitored either with standard care (vital signs every 4-8 hours) o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New rehab program aims to protect cancer Survivors' hearts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a structured heart-health program can improve heart outcomes in 800 cancer survivors who have heart problems or high heart risk. The program includes exercise, nutrition advice, stress support, and risk-factor management over 12 months. Researchers will c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xinjiang Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New study aims to simplify care for patients with multiple leaky heart valves
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a step-by-step treatment plan for people with a narrowed aortic valve who also have leaky mitral or tricuspid valves. After a minimally invasive procedure to fix the aortic valve, doctors will check if the other valves still leak badly. If so, additional procedur…
Sponsor: Josep Rodes-Cabau • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Could short bursts of intense exercise boost heart recovery better than steady workouts?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two supervised treadmill exercise programs for people recovering from coronary artery disease or a heart procedure. One group does high-intensity interval training (HIIT) — short, hard efforts with rest periods — while the other does moderate-intensity continu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New Blood-Thinner strategy aims to cut bleeding after heart device implants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a stepwise blood-thinning approach to the standard method in 424 patients with atrial fibrillation who are at high risk for stroke and need a heart device like a pacemaker. The stepwise plan involves stopping the blood thinner one day before surgery and restar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug may offer safer, faster fix for Post-Surgery heart flutter
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a newer drug, Vernakalant, works better than the standard Amiodarone for treating atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) that often occurs after heart surgery. About 50 adults who recently had heart surgery will receive one of the two drugs. The main g…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can TAVI be done safely without a surgery team on standby?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a common heart valve procedure called TAVI is safe when done in hospitals that don't have heart surgery available on-site. About 600 people with severe aortic stenosis will be randomly assigned to have TAVI either with or without surgical backup. The g…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Herbal granules could cut heart risks after stent surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a Chinese herbal medicine called Qidan Xiaoke Granules to standard heart drugs can reduce major heart problems like heart attacks or repeat procedures in people who have had a stent placed. About 164 adults with coronary artery disease will take th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Liu Qiang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New heart surgery combo could spare patients from open chest incision
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will compare a newer, less invasive heart procedure called hybrid revascularization to standard coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in over 1,000 people with multiple blocked heart arteries. The hybrid approach combines a small incision to graft a key artery with st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New Catheter-Based valve replacement offers hope for High-Risk heart patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new device called the SATURN TS TMVR System, which is implanted through a catheter to replace the mitral valve in people with severe mitral regurgitation. Up to 15 patients who are too high-risk for open-heart surgery will be enrolled. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: InnovHeart • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Zapping heart scars: could one radiation dose replace drugs for dangerous rhythms?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a non-invasive radiation treatment called STAR for people with a dangerous fast heart rhythm caused by heart scarring. Instead of using medications or a catheter procedure, a single targeted dose of radiation is delivered to the scarred area. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Southlake Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Salt pills for heart failure? new study investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding a small amount of salt (3 grams daily) to the diet can help people with chronic heart failure who have low blood sodium levels. Researchers will compare salt pills to a placebo in 30 adults over three months. The goal is to see if salt improves …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wroclaw Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shrink rare protein clumps in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests whether the drug CAEL-101/anselamimab can bind to and shrink abnormal protein deposits (amyloid) in people with AL amyloidoma. Five adults with measurable amyloid deposits will receive the drug and be monitored for up to 72 weeks. The goal is to see if the …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Stents plus drugs vs. drugs alone: which is better for heart failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two approaches for people with heart failure and narrowed heart arteries: a stent procedure plus guideline-directed medications versus medications alone. About 1,150 participants will be followed for at least two years to see which group has fewer major heart …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Gene therapy trial aims to fix heart muscle in rare genetic disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a single dose of a gene therapy called NVC-001 in 21 adults with a genetic form of dilated cardiomyopathy (LMNA mutation). The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a modified gene into heart cells, aiming to protect the heart muscle. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nuevocor Pte. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Gentle moves, big heart benefits? new study tests ancient exercise after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Baduanjin, a gentle traditional Chinese exercise, helps people recover after heart bypass or stent surgery. Researchers will track 310 adults for up to a year to see if it lowers the risk of heart attacks, chest pain, or the need for more procedures. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Liu Qiang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Blood thinners for stroke survivors with a history of brain bleeding: a delicate balance
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether starting blood thinners (DOACs) is safe and effective for people who have had a stroke, but also have a history of a brain bleed and an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). About 852 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a bloo…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Treadmill training may boost walking skills in kids with heart defects
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether moderate treadmill walking can improve how children aged 4 to 6 with surgically corrected acyanotic congenital heart disease walk, balance, and move. Eighty children will take part, with some doing treadmill sessions four times a week for 10 weeks. Res…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Delta University for Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New procedure targets nerves to treat stubborn heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called pulmonary artery denervation (PADN) for people with heart failure whose heart pumps normally but is stiff. The procedure uses a catheter to burn nerves in the lung artery, which may help the heart work better. About 310 participants will either…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Heart pump auto mode tested in High-Risk procedure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests two ways of running a temporary heart pump (Impella CP) during a high-risk procedure to open blocked heart arteries in patients with weakened heart muscle. Fifty patients will be randomly assigned to either an automatic mode that adjusts flow or a fixed low…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rayyan Hemetsberger • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New pacemaker approach could improve life for heart failure patients with AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of pacemaker procedures in adults with heart failure and atrial fibrillation who are not candidates for rhythm control. All participants will receive a heart ablation, then be randomly assigned to either conduction system pacing or standard cardiac r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could zapping kidney nerves tame stubborn high blood pressure and save hearts?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called renal denervation, which uses a catheter to calm overactive nerves in the kidneys, in 1,000 people with both resistant hypertension and multivessel coronary artery disease. Participants will undergo the procedure during a planned heart stent op…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ceric Sàrl • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Gene-Guided blood thinners aim to cut bleeding risks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a patient's genetic information to choose anti-platelet drugs can lower bleeding risks compared to standard care. About 1,760 high-risk patients receiving a heart stent will be assigned to either a personalized drug plan or usual therapy. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New heart valve device aims to ease severe leak
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device called TricValve for people with severe tricuspid regurgitation, a condition where a heart valve leaks. The device is implanted in the veins to help blood flow better. About 780 participants will be randomly assigned to get the device plus standard medic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: P+F Products + Features USA Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Wire-Free heart scan could cut unnecessary stents in heart attack patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new wire-free imaging method called μFR can help doctors decide which blocked heart arteries need stents after a heart attack. About 350 patients with multiple blocked arteries will be randomly assigned to standard care or μFR-guided treatment. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Roma La Sapienza • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Saltwater solution could break deadly Heart-Kidney cycle
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a small amount of saltwater (hypertonic saline) to a standard water pill (furosemide) can help people with heart failure and kidney disease. The goal is to improve fluid removal, reduce hospital readmissions, and lower the risk of death. The trial …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New heart ablation method aims to stop AFib recurrence
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new catheter ablation system using pulsed field energy can better control persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) by targeting low-voltage areas in the heart and isolating the superior vena cava, in addition to standard pulmonary vein isolation. About 618 a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Luebeck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Ginger supplement tested to fight heart disease inflammation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether taking ginger supplements for two months can lower inflammation and oxidative stress in people with coronary artery disease. Fifty adults with confirmed heart disease will be randomly assigned to receive either ginger extract or a placebo. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal Fluminense • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Pacemaker upgrade could ease stiff heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a special pacemaker-like device called Moderato Plus in 20 people with high blood pressure and a type of heart failure where the heart pumps normally but is too stiff (HFpEF). The device delivers Cardiac Neuromodulation Therapy to help control blood pressur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: BackBeat Medical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Bee power: could royal jelly and propolis soothe heart inflammation?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether taking royal jelly and propolis (natural bee products) for two months can lower inflammation and improve heart health in 50 adults with coronary artery disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the supplements or a placebo, and researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal Fluminense • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New trial aims to match diabetes drugs to patients for better heart and kidney protection
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial will test two drugs, finerenone and sotagliflozin, in 57 people with type 1 diabetes who are at risk for heart and kidney problems. The goal is to see if matching the right drug to each person's specific diabetes subtype can improve early signs of heart and kid…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New program aims to protect hearts of breast cancer survivors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis small pilot study will test a program where nurses and general practitioners help breast cancer survivors who also have heart disease make healthy lifestyle changes. The program includes exercise, diet changes, quitting smoking, and stress-reducing activities like yoga. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Queensland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New hope for women with mysterious chest pain: tailored treatment on the horizon
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach for women with chest pain who don't have blocked arteries. Doctors will use special tests to find the exact cause of the pain, then give each woman a personalized treatment plan. The goal is to see if this tailored approach improves symptoms and qu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital de Clínicas Dr. Manuel Quintela • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could one month of blood thinners be enough after heart artery treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares 1 month versus the standard 6 months of dual antiplatelet therapy (two blood thinners) in people who had a balloon procedure for small coronary artery disease. About 1,484 adults with stable angina or silent ischemia will be randomly assigned to either short o…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Daejeon St. Mary's hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Heart drugs may boost recovery after valve surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether two heart failure medications, dapagliflozin and spironolactone, can help the heart recover better after aortic valve replacement. About 445 adults with severe aortic stenosis will take one or both drugs daily for 12 months. The goal is to see if these me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New study aims to improve fluid removal in heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests three different ways to remove excess fluid in people with worsening heart failure. Participants will receive intravenous furosemide alone, or combined with either acetazolamide or hydrochlorothiazide. The goal is to see which combination works best and is safest…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Lucrecia Maria Burgos • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New heart zapping method could make AFib treatment safer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart beats irregularly. Doctors will use pulsed field ablation (PFA) instead of heat or cold to create scars in the heart and block bad signals. They will also use a special 3D ultrasound syste…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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One pill to rule them all: new study aims to simplify heart failure treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single pill containing four standard heart failure medications can help patients take their medicines more regularly and reduce hospitalizations and death. About 1,656 adults with heart failure and reduced pumping function will be randomly assigned to r…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug may shield heart surgery patients from deadly complications
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug vericiguat can prevent serious heart and organ problems in people undergoing heart surgery. About 600 high-risk patients will receive either vericiguat plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if vericiguat reduces early comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Zap away heart flutters: new pulse method tested for AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) using short electrical pulses instead of heat. The goal is to block abnormal heart signals in a specific area called the mitral isthmus. Thirty adults with AFib will receive this treatment during a standard procedure …
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Heart rhythm breakthrough? new ablation method targets stubborn AF
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding extra ablation to standard treatment can help people with persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat). About 350 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard ablation or standard ablation plus isolation of the left…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hangzhou Dinova EP Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Can a common heart drug shield breast cancer patients from Surgery-Related heart damage?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug propranolol can prevent heart injury after breast cancer surgery in women who also have high blood pressure or angina. One hundred participants will either receive propranolol before surgery or standard care. Researchers will measure heart stress…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Chang-Ik Yoon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New heart catheter aims to tame Life-Threatening rhythm disorder
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device (Sphere-9 catheter and Affera system) to treat ventricular tachycardia, a fast, dangerous heart rhythm, in 260 adults who have had a heart attack. Participants must have had repeated episodes despite medication or a defibrillator. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Ablation Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Sound waves may shield heart attack survivors from deadly rhythm problems
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new use of low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) to calm nerve signals that can trigger dangerous heart rhythms after a heart attack. About 100 adults who recently had a severe heart attack will receive either real or fake ultrasound sessions during and for a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could istaroxime be a lifeline for shock patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests the drug istaroxime in 600 adults with mild to moderate cardiogenic shock caused by acute heart failure. Participants receive a 48-hour IV infusion of istaroxime or a placebo, plus standard care. Researchers measure changes in blood pressure, breathing, and overa…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Seismic Pharmaceuticals Operations LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a pill reverse heart scarring? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug finerenone can reduce scarring in the heart muscle and improve heart structure and function in people with heart failure. About 104 adults with mild to moderate heart failure will receive either finerenone or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New study aims to find safer heart failure treatment for kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two drugs, finerenone and spironolactone, in 60 adults with heart failure and diabetic kidney disease who are at high risk for high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Participants will receive either finerenone daily or spironolactone every other day, plus stand…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital de Messejana Dr. Carlos Alberto Studart Gomes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Heart bypass patients to get vitamin cocktail in new study
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding Vitamin C, Omega-3 fatty acids, lignin, and lactulose to standard care can improve recovery in 108 adults after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Participants will take the supplements daily for 10 weeks starting 15 days after surgery. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nicosia General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug aims to heal hearts after major attack
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called NL005 in people who have had a severe type of heart attack (STEMI) and undergone emergency artery-opening treatment. The goal is to see if NL005 can reduce permanent heart muscle damage. Participants will receive either NL005 or a placebo daily for …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Northland Biotech. Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a faster pacemaker setting boost heart and brain health?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether setting a pacemaker to a personalized rate of 75 beats per minute, instead of the usual 50-60, can improve heart function and blood flow to the brain in people with high blood pressure and a slow heart rate. About 70 patients aged 65 and older will be …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Aspirin for silent heart disease: pilot study aims to pave the way
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study checks if a bigger trial on low-dose aspirin for people with early, symptom-free coronary artery disease can be done. It will enroll 48 adults with signs of artery narrowing but no symptoms. The main goal is to see if doctors can recruit enough patients and if pa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Montreal Heart Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Heart rhythm breakthrough? new ablation combo targets stubborn AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two heart procedures for people with persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib) lasting 6 months to 3 years. One group gets standard pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) ablation, while the other gets PVI plus an extra ablation on the Bachmann bundle. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenyang Northern Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Balloon vs stent: new heart artery trial aims for better outcomes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a drug-coated balloon (DCB) to a drug-eluting stent (DES) for treating new blockages in heart arteries. About 1,548 adults with stable or unstable angina, old heart attacks, or silent ischemia will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: JW Medical Systems Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a blood pressure drug slow a leaky heart valve?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether valsartan, a common blood pressure drug, can slow the worsening of atrial functional mitral regurgitation (a leaky heart valve) in 50 adults with normal heart pumping function. Participants take either valsartan or a placebo twice daily for 12 months, wit…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jonathan Beaudoin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Less invasive heart valve replacement put to the test against Open-Heart surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two standard procedures—minimally invasive TAVR and open-heart surgery (SAVR)—for replacing a diseased aortic valve in people with a bicuspid aortic valve. About 1,200 participants aged 50 and older with severe aortic stenosis will be randomly assigned to one …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New heart pump could save lives after surgery shock
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device called SynFlow Duro, a temporary heart pump for people who go into severe shock after heart surgery. About 60 adults in China will receive the pump to see if it helps their heart recover or keeps them stable until a transplant or permanent device. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ForQaly Medical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New digital coaching aims to keep heart failure patients out of hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a four-month digital program designed to help people with chronic heart failure take their medications as prescribed. The program includes personalized planning, motivational counseling, and symptom tracking. Researchers will enroll 870 adults in Pakistan who hav…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Putra Malaysia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New program aims to slash repeat hospital visits for heart and kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called Moxie that sends weekly mail and a mobile app to help people with chronic heart, kidney, or diabetes conditions manage their health after a hospital stay. The goal is to see if it reduces the chance of going back to the hospital. About 9000 adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Heart attack prevention: should doctors stent dangerous plaques early?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an early, aggressive approach—using a catheter to open and stent high-risk plaques seen on a CT scan—plus medication is better than medication alone for preventing heart problems. About 2,500 people with coronary artery disease will be randomly assigned t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seung-Jung Park • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New heart zapping technique could free patients from irregular rhythm
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device that uses short electrical pulses to treat atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. About 320 adults with AF will receive this procedure to see if it safely restores normal heart rhythm for at least a year. The goal is to reduce sympt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Ablation Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Smart pacemaker aims to catch and stop heart flutter before it starts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study follows 30 adults with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) who have or will get a special pacemaker. The pacemaker can detect irregular heartbeats early and send a painless pacing pulse to stop them. It also sends data to doctors remotely. Researchers will check how w…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New heart mapping could make ablation more precise for lethal rhythm disorder
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new technique called Dynamic Voltage Mapping (DVM) to better identify scar tissue in the heart that causes ventricular tachycardia (VT), a life-threatening heart rhythm. The approach uses catheters to create a personalized electrical map, aiming to guide ablati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Simple bedside checks may cut heart failure hospital stays by a full day
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding daily lung ultrasound and vein pressure checks to standard care can help people with acute heart failure leave the hospital sooner and reduce the chance of coming back. About 500 adults admitted for heart failure will be randomly assigned to either…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Double the shock, double the success? new trial tests dual cardioversion for AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial tests whether giving two electrical shocks at once (dual shock) is better than the standard single shock for restoring normal heart rhythm in people with persistent atrial fibrillation. About 177 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a stand…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Martín Negreira Caamaño • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New hope for heart patients: drug may cut death risk after valve surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug finerenone can help people with heart failure who have had a heart valve replacement (TAVI). About 2,800 older adults will be randomly assigned to receive finerenone or a placebo. The goal is to see if the drug lowers the chance of death or worse…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study targets tough heart valve cases with advanced device
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how safe and effective the SAPIEN 3 heart valve is for people with a certain type of bicuspid aortic valve stenosis (Type-0). About 170 people in China will be observed after the procedure to track serious problems like death, stroke, or rehospitalization. The…
Sponsor: Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Fuwai Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a simple belt save lives in cardiac arrest?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an external abdominal tourniquet can temporarily block blood flow to the lower body during cardiac arrest, redirecting it to the brain and heart. Researchers will try it on 5 adults with non-traumatic cardiac arrest outside a hospital. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Klinikum Klagenfurt am Wörthersee • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Potassium binder may help heart failure patients stay on lifesaving drugs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a potassium binder called Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate can help heart failure patients take higher, more effective doses of a standard medication (aldosterone receptor antagonist) without dangerous potassium spikes. About 110 adults over 70 with heart f…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a daily probiotic pill keep your heart in rhythm?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking a daily probiotic capsule for 12 weeks can reduce the chance of atrial fibrillation (AF) returning in people who have just had a cardioversion (a procedure to restore normal heart rhythm). Fifty-six adults aged 40 and older with persistent AF will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could mounjaro ease heart failure in obesity? new trial investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether tirzepatide (Mounjaro), a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can help people with obesity-related heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Researchers will measure changes in blood volume and body fat in 50 participants over 15 mon…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart surgery upgrade: tiny opening may stop Post-Op failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether creating a small opening between the upper heart chambers during mitral valve repair can prevent heart failure symptoms after surgery. Researchers will compare 50 patients who get the extra opening to those who have standard surgery alone. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New shot aims to help kids with rare heart-muscle disease move easier
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a daily injection called elamipretide in 48 people with genetically confirmed Barth syndrome, a rare condition that causes muscle weakness and heart problems. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 72 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Stealth BioTherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart attack patients to drink special milk to stop stents clogging
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether drinking a specially designed milk every day for a year can reduce the chance of stents narrowing again and prevent further heart problems in people who have had a first heart attack. About 140 adults who recently had a stent placed will be randomly assig…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Raffaele Marfella • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New heart valve implant could offer hope for moderate aortic stenosis patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new heart valve implant (Myval) to standard medication in 778 people aged 65+ with moderate aortic stenosis. The goal is to see if the implant reduces death, stroke, heart failure, and improves quality of life over 2 years. Participants will be randomly assi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New CPR technique could save more newborn lives
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two CPR methods for newborns with cardiac arrest: a new technique that combines chest compressions with sustained lung inflation versus the standard 3:1 compression-to-ventilation ratio. Researchers will enroll 554 newborns across multiple hospitals to see whi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart failure patients could go home sooner with injectable diuretic
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether people hospitalized for acute heart failure can be discharged early and continue treatment at home using a subcutaneous injection of furosemide (a diuretic) instead of staying in the hospital for standard IV diuretics. About 250 adults will be randomly as…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New heart valve registry aims to confirm Real-World success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will track 100 people with severe aortic stenosis who receive the Hydra THV heart valve through a less invasive procedure (TAVR). The goal is to see how well the valve works and how safe it is in everyday practice. Participants will be followed for short- and mid-term …
Sponsor: Fundación EPIC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New heart valve device aims to fix tricuspid leak without open surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device called the TRiCares Topaz, which replaces the tricuspid heart valve without open surgery. It is for people with severe tricuspid regurgitation (a leaky valve) who still have symptoms despite medication. The study will compare this device to another a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: TRiCares • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart attack breakthrough: drugs may beat stents for mild blockages
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether heart attack patients with mild artery narrowing can be treated with medication alone instead of getting a stent. About 2,000 people will be randomly assigned to either standard medication or medication plus a stent. The goal is to see if medication al…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Harbin Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Vitamin C-Coated stent takes on heart disease in major trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new stent that releases sirolimus and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) to a standard everolimus-releasing stent in over 2,000 people with coronary artery disease. The goal is to see if the new stent is as good at preventing heart-related complications like death, h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jung-min Ahn • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New clinic aims to tackle heart failure and meth addiction together
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test a clinic that treats both heart failure and methamphetamine use disorder at the same time. Fifty adults with heart failure and active meth use will receive counseling, incentives for staying clean, and optional addiction medications, plus standard heart…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Bladder drug may tame deadly heart rhythms in small trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether mirabegron, a drug typically used for overactive bladder, can reduce dangerous heart rhythms in people with heart disease. Twenty adults with an implanted defibrillator and frequent ventricular tachycardia will take the drug for two months. Researchers wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New heart valve clip studied in 1,000 patients worldwide
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis registry follows 1,000 adults with mitral regurgitation who receive the MitraClip G5, a device that repairs the heart valve without open-heart surgery. Researchers will measure how well the procedure reduces valve leakage and improves symptoms like shortness of breath. All d…
Sponsor: University Hospital of Cologne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to beat myeloma
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests a new drug called QLS4131, given under the skin, in combination with other medications for people with malignant plasma cell neoplasms like multiple myeloma. The study will compare different drug combinations to see which works best at shrinking tumors an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New pacing technique could improve heart function in AF and heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a newer pacing method called Left Bundle Branch Area Pacing (LBBAP) with the standard coronary sinus pacing for cardiac resynchronization therapy in 44 adults who have both permanent atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The goal is to see if LBBAP better imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Anti-Aging supplement TA-65 targets blood vessel health in new study
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether TA-65, a dietary supplement that activates telomerase, can improve small blood vessel function in healthy older adults and people with coronary artery disease. Researchers will measure blood vessel responses and blood pressure in 180 participants. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Which drug works best for shock? major trial to settle debate
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will compare norepinephrine and dopamine as the first drug given to adults with cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. About 512 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two drugs. The goal is to see which d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chonnam National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a blood pressure pill help heart failure patients get the meds they need?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether midodrine, a drug that raises blood pressure, can help heart failure patients with low blood pressure tolerate standard heart medications. About 56 hospitalized adults with weak heart pumps and low blood pressure will receive midodrine or usual care…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could zapping kidney nerves ease heart failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called renal denervation (RDN) in 20 people with heart failure. Doctors use a thin tube to deliver radiofrequency energy to nerves around the kidney arteries, aiming to reduce stress on the heart. Participants continue their usual heart failure medica…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Golden Leaf MedTec Co. Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Urine test could guide heart failure treatment and save lives
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adjusting diuretic doses based on urine sodium levels improves outcomes for people hospitalized with acute heart failure and severe fluid buildup. About 270 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard care or a strategy where diuretic doses …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Akershus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could two pacing leads be better than one for failing hearts?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two pacing methods in 80 people with heart failure and a specific heart block. One method uses a lead placed in the left bundle branch area; the other adds a second lead in the left ventricle. Each participant will try both methods for six months to see which …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New antibiotic strategy could shorten hospital stays for heart infections
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a long-acting antibiotic called oritavancin for treating gram-positive heart infections, such as infective endocarditis. The goal is to see if weekly IV doses can replace the usual weeks-long hospital stays and daily antibiotics. The study will enroll 20 ad…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kirby Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New pacemaker waveform could boost heart health
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new pacing method called anodal biphasic pacing (ABP) in 108 adults who need a heart procedure or have a pacemaker. ABP uses a different electrical waveform that may improve how the heart pumps and reduce problems from standard pacing. Researchers will compare …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Balloons vs stents: new heart artery study could change treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if using only drug-coated balloons is as safe and effective as stenting for treating blocked heart arteries at branch points. About 272 people with chronic coronary syndrome will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. Researchers will track deaths, he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Avtandil M. Babunashvili • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Quercetin supplement tested to boost blood vessel health in obesity
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether quercetin, a dietary supplement found in many fruits and vegetables, can improve the function of tiny blood vessels in young adults with obesity. Forty participants will take either quercetin or a placebo daily for 30 days. Researchers will measur…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Pocket-Sized defibrillators for volunteers could revolutionize cardiac arrest response
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving volunteer community responders a small, portable defibrillator (about the size of a chocolate bar) helps them treat people having a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. Around 1,000 volunteers in Singapore will carry the device for up to a year …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can extra calories help kids with heart disease grow stronger?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether high-calorie diets and special nutritional formulas can help underweight children aged 1 to 5 with congenital heart disease gain weight. Seventy-five children will be split into three groups: standard diet, high-calorie diet, or high-calorie diet plus a s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aryan Najmadin Nasradin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Clot-Busting heart procedure put to the test in massive new trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether removing blood clots from heart arteries during emergency treatment can improve long-term heart health. About 6,760 adults having a severe heart attack will be randomly assigned to get standard care or standard care plus clot removal. Researchers will tra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Heart shunt device aims to boost energy in failing hearts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a small device called an interatrial shunt that is placed in the heart to relieve pressure. It involves 15 adults with advanced heart failure and reduced pumping ability. Researchers will use advanced heart scans and exercise tests to see if the device improves h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Could a light cap save infant brains after cardiac arrest?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a special cap that shines near-infrared light on the heads of infants who have had a cardiac arrest in the hospital. The light is meant to reduce brain injury caused when blood flow returns. The trial will include 30 infants with heart disease and will chec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mitovation, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Heart bypass patients: how long should you take blood thinners?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how long people should take a combination of two blood thinners (ticagrelor and aspirin) after coronary artery bypass surgery to keep the new vein grafts open. 300 patients will be randomly assigned to take the combination for 3, 6, or 12 months, then switch t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kexiang Liu, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Nose spray before stent surgery may shield heart
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a medicine given as a nose spray before a heart stent procedure can reduce heart muscle injury or heart attack. About 1800 adults scheduled for elective stent placement will receive either the medicine or a placebo spray. Researchers will measure heart da…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug shows promise in destroying amyloidosis cells
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called elranatamab in people newly diagnosed with AL amyloidosis who have not yet had treatment. The drug helps the body's immune cells find and destroy the abnormal cells causing the disease. Researchers want to see if it can produce deep re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New dual heart pump offers hope for patients with End-Stage heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device called DuoCor 2, which is a mechanical pump that helps both sides of the heart pump blood. It is for people with advanced heart failure in both ventricles who have few other options. The study will enroll 50 adults and measure how many survive for 6 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenzhen Core Medical Technology CO.,LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Vein pressure check could slash hospital stays for heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving doctors daily readings of a patient's peripheral venous pressure (a simple vein pressure measurement) can help heart failure patients get out of the hospital faster and avoid coming back. Researchers will compare 600 patients who get this extra inf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pacing technique aims to stop irregular heartbeat in heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special pacing method called Bachmann bundle pacing can prevent new atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) in people with heart failure who already need a pacemaker or defibrillator. About 110 participants will be randomly assigned to recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Arteries vs veins: which graft keeps hearts beating longer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two surgical techniques for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). One uses only arteries (total arterial grafting), while the other uses a mix of artery and vein grafts (conventional mixed grafting). The goal is to see which approach keeps grafts open longer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Hospital of Jilin University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a balloon replace stents for major heart artery clogs?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a drug-coated balloon (DCB) is as safe and effective as a drug-eluting stent (DES) for treating large blockages in heart arteries. About 2,492 patients will be randomly assigned to receive either a balloon or a stent, guided by advanced imaging. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Sitting less, living better: new trial targets heart patients' biggest habit
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 3-month behavioral coaching program for 232 adults with coronary heart disease who sit a lot. The program includes face-to-face and phone sessions to help them reduce sitting time and increase physical activity. Researchers will measure changes using activity t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Head-to-Head: which new heart valve is best for aortic stenosis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two latest-generation heart valves (SAPIEN 3 Ultra Resilia and Evolut FX) in 200 patients with severe aortic stenosis. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive one valve during a standard procedure and followed for one year. The goal is to see which v…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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AI spots hidden heart risk in old scans, prompts better treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test if using artificial intelligence to find calcium buildup in heart arteries from chest CT scans people already had can improve cholesterol treatment. Researchers will notify patients and their doctors about the finding, aiming to start or strengthen cholestero…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New device sucks out deadly heart infections without open surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device called AngioVac that uses suction to remove infected growths (vegetations) from the right side of the heart in people with infective endocarditis. The trial will enroll 30 adults with large vegetations and track survival, infection clearance, and complic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Angiodynamics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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AI assistant aims to boost heart failure drug use
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether AI-generated messages can help doctors improve medication plans for adults with heart failure. About 500 patients will have their doctors receive brief suggestions before appointments. The goal is to see if more patients get the right medications within 3…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pacing technique could help heart failure patients with electrical delay
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special pacing method for people with heart failure and a type of heart block. The goal is to see if pacing a specific area of the heart can improve heart function and quality of life. About 120 adults with heart failure and reduced pumping ability will partici…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could ultrasound replace X-Rays in heart valve surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using only ultrasound (echocardiography) to guide a minimally invasive heart valve replacement is as effective as the standard method that combines X-ray and ultrasound. The goal is to reduce kidney injury from contrast dye and lower radiation exposure. A…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to rescue failing hearts without transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a heart pump (Impella 5.5) along with standard heart failure medications can help people with severe heart failure and shock recover without needing a heart transplant or permanent artificial heart. About 250 adults with weak hearts (ejection fracti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abiomed Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Balloon vs stent: new hope for heart patients with multiple blockages?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a drug-coated balloon is as good as or better than a drug-eluting stent for people with multiple blocked heart arteries. About 892 adults with stable heart disease or recent heart attack will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Genoss Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Zapping the heart: radiation may tame lethal rhythms
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radiation treatment for people with a life-threatening fast heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia that hasn't been helped by medication or prior procedures. About 24 adults with an implanted defibrillator will receive a single, targeted dose of radiat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Corewell Health East • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Could a common ED drug help kids with heart failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether sildenafil, a drug often used for erectile dysfunction, can improve heart function in children aged 1-18 with dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart is enlarged and weak. Researchers will measure changes in the heart's pumping ability ove…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New heart valve offers hope for patients with severe leaky heart
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new device called the TRICENTO G2 to treat severe tricuspid regurgitation, a condition where a heart valve leaks badly. Ten adults with symptoms like shortness of breath or swelling will get the valve through a minimally invasive procedure. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medira GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Could Weight-Loss surgery tame a common heart rhythm disorder?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether metabolic surgery (like gastric bypass) can reduce the severity of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem, in people with obesity. About 100 adults with AF and a BMI between 35 and 65 will be randomly assigned to either surgery or medi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ali Aminian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Home workouts could boost heart recovery: new trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a hybrid exercise program (HyBEST) for people with coronary artery disease. It combines supervised sessions at a center with home workouts using a wearable tracker. The goal is to see if this approach improves exercise capacity, body composition, and quality of l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Malaya • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New heart pacing technique aims to boost therapy for heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new method to guide where a pacing lead is placed in the heart's upper chambers during cardiac resynchronization therapy for heart failure. Researchers will use a special catheter to map electrical signals and target a specific area called Bachmann's bundle. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot hidden heart scarring in rare amyloidosis
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special radioactive tracer called [68Ga]Ga-FAPI-46 for PET scans in 40 people with transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis (ATTR-CM), a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. The goal is to see if this scan can measure scar-like activity in the hear…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden scarring in heart and lungs before It's too late
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FAPI-74 that may help detect scar tissue (fibrosis) in the heart and lungs earlier than current methods. Researchers will compare this new PET/CT scan to standard imaging in 210 adults with conditions like lung disease or heart…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Your bathroom scale could soon warn you about heart failure
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether an algorithm that analyzes data from Withings smart scales (weight, body water, and step counts) can accurately detect heart failure. Researchers will look back at data from 9,000 people aged 45 and older in the US. If the algorithm works well, it cou…
Sponsor: Withings • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could spot hidden heart disease without extra needles
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence system called AngioAI+ can accurately diagnose two types of coronary artery disease using standard angiogram images. The research involves 620 adults with suspected coronary artery disease who are already scheduled for an angiog…
Sponsor: AngioInsight • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple questionnaire spot hidden heart failure in seniors?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study evaluates a simple questionnaire designed to detect decompensated heart failure—a sudden worsening of heart failure—in people aged 55 and older on Réunion Island. Researchers will compare the questionnaire's results with standard heart exams (echocardiogram, ECG, and c…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New handheld ECG device could make heart tests as easy as holding a phone
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a small, handheld ECG device that records heart activity when held against the chest and sends the data via smartphone to a doctor. Researchers will enroll 594 adults with known or suspected heart conditions to see if the new device is as good as the standard 10-…
Sponsor: HeartEye • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can an ultrasound replace a catheter for Kids' heart surgery planning?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 115 children aged 6 months to 5 years who have a hole in the heart (VSD) and need surgery. Doctors want to see if an ultrasound probe placed in the food pipe (TEE) can measure heart pressure as accurately as the standard method using a thin tube (catheter) ins…
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a simple CT scan replace an invasive procedure to detect dangerous heart clots?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether an additional CT scan of the heart, taken right after a standard scan for lung clots, can effectively detect blood clots in the left atrial appendage (LAA) in people with atrial fibrillation. Currently, detecting these clots requires a more involved pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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AI eye on the heart: new tool spots rare amyloidosis earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) program can help doctors identify a rare heart condition called cardiac amyloidosis on routine echocardiograms. The condition causes protein buildup in the heart muscle, leading to heart failure, and is often missed early o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New blood test could cut ER wait times for heart attack suspicions
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new, more accurate blood test (Troponin T high-sensitivity Gen 6) to see if it helps doctors diagnose heart attacks faster. Researchers will compare emergency department visit data from 19,500 patients before and after the test is introduced. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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30,000 seniors to wear heart patches in massive Stroke-Prevention study
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a small, wearable patch that records heart activity for 7 days can find undiagnosed atrial fibrillation (a common heart rhythm problem) in 30,000 Chinese adults aged 60 and older. Participants will wear the patch and then be followed for up to 10 year…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New scan spots hidden organ damage before symptoms start
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a PET/MR scan using a radioactive tracer called 18F-Florbetaben can detect amyloid deposits—abnormal protein clumps that can damage organs—in people with certain blood disorders. Participants receive a single injection of the tracer followed by a whole…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI-Powered heart scans could sharpen diagnosis
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a deep learning-based image reconstruction method can improve the quality of coronary CT scans. Researchers will look at existing scans from 200 patients who had a CT angiogram for suspected heart disease. Two radiologists will rate the images on a sc…
Sponsor: Philips Clinical & Medical Affairs Global • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI ultrasound could revolutionize heart failure detection in emergency rooms
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether an AI-assisted ultrasound device can help emergency doctors quickly detect heart failure in patients with symptoms. About 84 adults visiting the ER with signs of heart failure will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this approach is practical an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New heart MRI could slash scan time and hassle
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new cardiac MRI method called Free-Running Framework (FRF) that lets patients breathe normally and skips the sticky ECG electrodes. It captures a 3D image of the whole heart in one go, potentially making scans faster and more comfortable. Researchers will compa…
Sponsor: Matthias Stuber • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New heart scan could speed up amyloidosis diagnosis
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a faster type of bone scan (CZT-SPECT) can accurately diagnose transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis, a serious heart condition. Researchers will compare the new scan with the standard method in 200 patients. If it works, it could make diagnosis quicker a…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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AI could revolutionize heart disease screening in poor regions
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI tool called RADAR can help nurses in low-resource settings detect rheumatic heart disease more accurately using echocardiography. The goal is to make screening easier to scale up worldwide. The trial will enroll 62 nurse screeners at participating f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Could CO2 replace dye for heart scans? new study investigates
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether breathing controlled amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) can help doctors see blood flow in the heart using MRI, without needing standard contrast dyes. Thirty adults with known or suspected coronary artery disease will take part. The goal is to che…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Heart signal test could spot valve disease faster
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new method using electrical and mechanical signals from the heart can accurately diagnose valvular heart disease. Researchers will recruit 1,300 adults with and without valve problems to compare the new test against standard echocardiography. If it wor…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Local pharmacies join fight against stroke with quick heart check-ups for seniors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will see if community pharmacies can effectively screen people aged 65 and older for atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that raises stroke risk. Trained pharmacists will use a small, portable ECG device to record a 30-second heart reading. If the result is abnormal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centro de Emergencias Sanitarias 061 Andalucía • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Could a simple gas challenge detect clogged arteries?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a computer-controlled device that delivers precise gas mixtures can safely help identify coronary artery disease in people without known heart problems. Eighty healthy adults aged 45 and older will breathe different gas concentrations while their vi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New scan spots hidden heart disease in gene carriers before symptoms start
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new radioactive dye can detect early signs of a heart condition called amyloidosis in people who carry a TTR gene mutation but have no heart failure symptoms. About 80 adults aged 30-80 will receive an injection of the dye and then have a PET/CT scan t…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden heart risk in kidney patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a special heart scan (CZT-SPECT) can better predict heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure in people with chronic kidney disease. Current tests often miss heart problems in these patients. The study will follow 283 participants for two years to see …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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AI spots heart clues in bone scans: a new way to catch a silent killer?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a computer model can find signs of a heart condition called cardiac amyloidosis in bone scans that were done for other reasons. Researchers will look back at 57 patients' scans to see if the model can correctly identify those with the disease. If it works…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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AI-Powered ECG may spot hidden heart disease in just one minute
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a simple, 1-minute electrocardiogram (ECG) analyzed by artificial intelligence can accurately detect significant blockages in the heart's arteries. Researchers will compare the AI's predictions against standard imaging tests in 400 adults. If successful, …
Sponsor: I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Simple skin test may spare women from invasive heart procedures
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a noninvasive skin test can accurately diagnose microvascular heart problems in women who have chest pain but clear major arteries. Researchers will compare skin blood vessel function with invasive heart measurements in 60 women. If the skin test works, i…
Sponsor: National Institute of Cardiology, Laranjeiras, Brazil • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Ambulance blood test could save thousands from unnecessary hospital trips
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a simple blood test done in the ambulance can safely rule out a heart attack in people with chest pain. Many patients are taken to the hospital even though they are not having a heart attack. The test uses a portable device to measure a heart protein c…
Sponsor: Central Denmark Region • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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AI and CT scans could uncover silent heart threat in AF patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to find a hidden heart condition called cardiac amyloidosis in people with atrial fibrillation (AF). Researchers will use AI to analyze EKGs and CT scans to spot early signs of the disease. About 500 adults with AF and certain warning signs will be spli…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Paramedics test handheld ultrasound to spot heart failure in the field
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether paramedics can use a lung ultrasound to improve diagnosis of heart failure in patients with breathing trouble. About 1,000 adults with shortness of breath will receive the ultrasound during emergency care. Researchers will compare the paramedic's diagnosi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Revolutionary CT tech could replace invasive heart tests
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests advanced CT scans to find dangerous blockages in heart arteries without needing to insert a tube into the heart. About 142 adults with moderate blockages will get two types of CT scans, and results will be compared to the standard invasive test. The goal is to se…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Face scan could replace blood pressure cuff, study says
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, contactless camera technology that measures heart rate, blood pressure, and heart disease risk from a short video of your face. Researchers will compare these readings to standard medical tests in 300 adults aged 30 and older in Jakarta. If accurate, this …
Sponsor: Tarumanagara University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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AI-Powered smartwatches hunt for stealthy heart condition in stroke survivors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) along with a smartwatch and a heart monitor patch can find a hidden heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation (AF) in people who have had a stroke. AF can cause strokes, but it often comes and goes without symptoms…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New ultrasound could spot heart danger in cancer patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests whether a special ultrasound with a targeted contrast agent (Sonazoid) can quickly diagnose heart inflammation caused by immune checkpoint inhibitor cancer drugs. About 30 adults who recently received these drugs and show signs of heart inflammation w…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New PET scan could spot hidden heart disease
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special PET-CT scan using a drug called evuzamitide can detect signs of cardiac amyloidosis in people whose standard heart scans were unclear but who have high levels of a blood marker called TAD1. About 25 adults with heart failure or a genetic risk fo…
Sponsor: Lorena Saelices • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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AI-Powered 1-Minute ECG could spot hidden heart risks
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 5000 adults to see if a one-minute, single-lead ECG, analyzed by machine learning, can detect heart conditions like high blood pressure, heart failure, and diabetes. Participants will have their ECG recorded twice and compared with full medical exams. The g…
Sponsor: I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could a simple 14-day heart monitor patch prevent strokes in at-risk seniors?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether screening older veterans (age 65 and older) who have a higher risk of atrial fibrillation—a condition where the heart beats irregularly—can reduce their chances of stroke, heart failure, or death. Participants selected for screening wear a small, w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 'robotic cough' stop deadly pneumonia in ICU patients?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests two non-invasive methods to keep the airways clear in adults who are unconscious or severely ill and need a breathing tube. One method uses a special tube with continuous low-pressure suction, and the other delivers a programmed 'artificial cough' through t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital San Carlos, Madrid • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Old drug, new trick: colchicine may stop AFib after heart bypass
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether colchicine, a drug usually used for gout, can prevent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) after coronary artery bypass surgery. About 400 adults scheduled for elective bypass will receive either colchicine or a placebo starting 3 days befo…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Simple foam dressings may shield heart surgery patients from painful bedsores
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether placing soft foam dressings on the skin before heart surgery can prevent pressure injuries (bedsores). About 80 adults having long heart surgeries will be enrolled. Researchers will check for new skin injuries after surgery and track how severe they are. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shih,Wen-Chi • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New trial aims to shield hearts from chemo side effects
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a drug called sotagliflozin can prevent heart, muscle, and fat damage caused by a common type of chemotherapy (anthracycline) in people with newly diagnosed lymphoma. About 60 adults who are scheduled to receive high-dose anthracycline will take either th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can a simple genetic test get more people on heart-saving statins?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving patients and their doctors a polygenic risk score — a genetic test that estimates future risk of coronary heart disease — helps more people start taking statins to prevent heart problems. Researchers will enroll 200 adults aged 40-69 without pri…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Cheap arthritis drug may keep bypass grafts working longer
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking a low dose of colchicine (0.5 mg) every day for two years after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) can prevent the new blood vessel grafts from failing. About 622 adults who just had bypass surgery will be randomly assigned to get either colchi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Nerve block before bypass may stop post-surgery heart flutter
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a numbing injection around a nerve cluster in the neck, given just before heart bypass surgery, can prevent a common complication called atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) in the first week after surgery. About 450 adults scheduled for bypass will …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Healing sounds and virtual worlds may replace sedatives in heart cath labs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study explores whether non-drug strategies like virtual reality or relaxing soundscapes can reduce anxiety and pain in adults undergoing scheduled coronary angiography or angioplasty. Participants will be assigned to listen to calming sounds, experience a virtual reali…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Olivier F. Bertrand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart patients get a coach: will it keep them healthier?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether 12 virtual health coaching sessions over 16 weeks can help people with heart disease (like heart failure or a heart attack) improve their health, reduce stress, and lower the chance of going back to the hospital. About 70 adults will take part, and the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nerve block transform heart surgery recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether injecting a local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion in the neck, guided by ultrasound, can improve how patients feel after heart surgery. The block temporarily calms part of the nervous system, which may reduce pain, improve sleep, and lower the risk …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple mineral tame a racing heart? new trial tests magnesium for AFib
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving magnesium along with the standard drug metoprolol can quickly lower a dangerously fast heart rate in people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. About 196 adults in the emergency room will receive either magnesium or a placebo, plus metoprol…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple breathing workout boost heart failure Patients' stamina?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of breathing muscle training for people with heart failure. 108 participants will either do the new breathing exercise, a standard one, or usual care for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure if it improves exercise capacity, breathing strength, and qualit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Nacional Andres Bello • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which exercise works best for women with heart failure? a new trial seeks answers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of exercise—moderate-intensity aerobic training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—in women aged 40-70 with stable heart failure. Over 12 weeks, researchers measure how each program affects functional capacity (e.g., walking distance) and qu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Heart failure patients may boost fitness with online lifestyle program
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 6-month digital education program—with short videos on exercise, healthy eating, and stress management—can improve exercise capacity and quality of life in adults with heart failure and overweight or obesity. Fifty-two participants will be randomly assi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maimónides Biomedical Research Institute of Córdoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a community health worker lighten the load for rural caregivers?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a trained community health worker, who provides remote support, can reduce the burden and improve satisfaction for rural caregivers of older veterans with serious illnesses like dementia or cancer. About 480 care partners will be randomly assigned to rece…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple sleep aids may cut delirium after heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether wearing eye masks and/or earplugs at night can improve sleep quality and reduce delirium in 128 patients recovering from coronary artery bypass surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to use these aids on the first three nights after surgery. Rese…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Necmettin Erbakan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Which pain block is best for gallbladder surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks—Intertransverse Process Block and M-TAPA—for pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks. The main goal is to see which block provides better pain relief and reduces…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app heal the hidden wounds of the ICU?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a mobile mindfulness program called Lift for people who survived a serious illness in the ICU and now struggle with depression, anxiety, or stress. About 450 adults will use either the Lift app or a health education app for 6 months. The goal is to see if the min…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a simple injection through chest tubes slash Post-Surgery pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether injecting a long-acting numbing medicine (bupivacaine) through chest tubes can safely reduce pain and lower the need for strong painkillers after heart bypass surgery. Sixty adults will receive either the numbing medicine or a saltwater placebo whenever t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New exercise combo may boost heart attack recovery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if combining arm and leg cycling exercise is better than leg cycling alone for improving fitness and quality of life in people who have had a heart attack. Forty medically stable adults aged 40-70 will exercise three times a week for six weeks. Researchers will m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Olive oil may boost heart rehab for heart failure patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking at least 4 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil daily for 12 weeks, alongside standard cardiac rehab, is feasible and helpful for people with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Researchers will measure changes in diet, exercise capacity…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Old Dominion University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Play therapy may calm young heart patients before surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether structured play activities, done with a parent, can reduce anxiety in children with congenital heart disease before their surgery. About 204 children aged 0-12 will be randomly assigned to either receive therapeutic play plus standard care, or standard ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Breathing your way to better heart health: new POTS study
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether regular breathing exercises can improve symptoms of Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), a condition that causes dizziness and rapid heartbeat when standing. Twelve adults with POTS will practice breathing exercises daily for four weeks while researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a ketone drink help heart failure patients in the hospital?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special ketone drink can help people hospitalized with acute heart failure. The drink is given three times a day for five days. Researchers will measure changes in heart stress markers and symptoms. The goal is to see if ketones can improve energy for t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Electric zaps to breathing muscles may speed heart recovery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using mild electrical pulses on the diaphragm and belly muscles can improve breathing, heart function, and exercise ability in people who recently had a heart artery-opening procedure (angioplasty). 42 adults will receive either standard rehab plus this s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can light exercise with blood flow cuffs boost heart failure recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests two types of exercise—aerobic and resistance—both combined with blood flow restriction (using cuffs on the legs) in 40 people with stable heart failure. The goal is to see which approach better improves muscle oxygen levels, heart stress markers, daily function, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Biruni University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Heart procedure may offer lasting migraine relief, new study hopes to prove
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with migraines who also have a small hole in the heart (PFO). Participants first take a blood-thinning drug (prasugrel) to see if their migraines improve. Those who respond are randomly assigned to either continue the drug alone or have a procedure to c…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug aims to shock heart back to rhythm without electricity
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental medicine called BAY 3670549 in 360 adults with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). Participants receive a single IV dose of the drug or a placebo to see if it can restore normal heart rhythm without needing an electrical shock procedure.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a lighter sedation improve heart procedure recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares deep sedation using a combination of three drugs (dexmedetomidine, remimazolam, and remifentanil) to standard general anaesthesia for patients undergoing a procedure to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The goal is to see if deep sedation can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a nasal tube boost exercise in heart failure? new trial investigates
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a high-flow nasal cannula (a device that delivers warm, moist air through the nose) can help people with heart failure exercise longer during cardiac rehab. Twenty-eight adults will do two treadmill tests—one with the device and one without—to compare end…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Santiago de Chile • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Which pain block is best for hernia surgery? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two types of nerve blocks—Transversalis Fascia Plane Block and M-TAPA—for controlling pain after laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. Sixty adults aged 18–65 will be randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks before surgery. Researchers will measure pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Which shock strength works best for AF? new trial aims to settle the debate
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether starting with a higher shock energy (360 J) is better than a standard 200 J for restoring normal heart rhythm in people with atrial fibrillation. About 400 adults will be randomly assigned to one of three groups, including a personalized approach based on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Motol and Homolka University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Heart pump patients to test Smartwatch-Guided home workouts
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-week home exercise program, guided by a mobile app and smartwatch, can improve exercise capacity and quality of life in people with a left ventricular assist device (LVAD). About 78 participants who recently got an LVAD and cannot attend hospital reh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Puerta de Hierro University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Heart attack patients to receive injectable gel that may limit damage
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early study tests whether a special gel, injected into the heart during a procedure to open blocked arteries, can safely reduce injury in people having their first major heart attack. Twenty participants will be randomly assigned to get the gel plus standard care or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Myomed Technology (Shaoxing) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New pain block combo aims to cut opioid use in heart surgery patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares three pain management approaches for 120 adults undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery: standard painkillers alone, standard plus a parasternal nerve block, or standard plus both parasternal and adductor canal blocks. The goal is to see if adding these nerv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Sound waves for better sleep: new trial tests ultrasound on heart patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) applied to a nerve cluster in the neck can improve sleep quality and heart rate control in people recovering from heart surgery. 200 participants will receive either real or sham ultrasound daily for 3-7 days after …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New study tests better pain relief after hysterectomy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks to control pain after laparoscopic hysterectomy. Sixty women aged 18-65 will receive either an Intertransverse Process Block or an M-TAPA block. The main goal is to see which block provides better pain relief in the first 24 hours aft…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Which arm workout best helps heart failure patients with implants?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests different arm exercise routines in 36 adults with heart failure who have an implanted heart device (ICD or CRT). The goal is to see which type of arm workout best improves arm function and overall fitness. Participants will do either high-intensity interval or mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erol Olcok Corum Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Video games could get kids with heart disease moving
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether playing motion-sensing Nintendo Switch games can help children and teens with congenital heart disease become more physically active. Thirteen participants aged 8-18 will wear activity monitors and follow a 12-week exergame program with coaching and suppo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Children's Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could a bladder drug calm POTS? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether mirabegron, a drug currently used for overactive bladder, can reduce symptoms of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Thirty-six adults with confirmed POTS will receive either mirabegron or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the dr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Prenatal therapy eases anxiety for moms of Heart-Defect babies
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a virtual psychological support program called HeartGPS for mothers whose babies are diagnosed with congenital heart disease before birth. About 210 mothers and their infants will take part, with some receiving the program plus usual care and others only usual ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Carelon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Heart failure fluid study: which furosemide method works best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at the best way to give the water-removing medicine furosemide to people hospitalized with acute heart failure and too much fluid in the body. About 436 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the medicine either as a slow continuous infusion or as several in…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Dual-Task breathing training aims to boost brain power in heart failure
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining breathing exercises with cognitive tasks (like memory games) can improve thinking and daily function in adults with heart failure. 54 participants will be randomly assigned to dual-task breathing training, standard breathing training, or a contr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Which exercise helps heart bypass patients recover faster? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of exercise—elliptical training and Swiss ball aerobics—to see which better helps people recover after heart bypass surgery (CABG). Researchers will measure improvements in walking ability, heart rate, shortness of breath, and quality of life. The st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Simple breathing exercises may cut hospital time after bypass surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a special breathing exercise device (IMT Threshold) to standard rehab can help people recover faster after coronary artery bypass graft surgery. The goal is to reduce time in the hospital and prevent serious breathing complications like pneumonia. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can extra nurse support boost recovery after heart bypass?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a structured nursing program—including education, emotional support, and follow-up calls—can help heart bypass patients and their caregivers adapt better during recovery at home. About 40 adults who recently had heart surgery and their primary caregivers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de la Sabana • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Soothing sounds may soothe tiny hearts after surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether playing soft music or using a musical mobile can reduce pain and stress in infants when chest tubes are removed after heart surgery. Fifty-four babies aged 2 to 12 months will be randomly assigned to hear music, see a musical mobile, or receive standard c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New program aims to ease burden on heart failure caregivers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 10-session program called ViCCY for caregivers of heart failure patients who also have mild to moderate memory problems. About 256 caregivers and 60 patients will take part. The goal is to see if the program improves caregivers' mental health and reduces stress…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Visiting Nurse Service of New York • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Digital coach helps kids heal after heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a digital exercise program that adapts in real time to help children aged 6 to 12 recover after congenital heart disease surgery. Kids wear a monitor and get personalized exercise prompts and feedback. Researchers will compare their recovery to children receiving…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Children's Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Virtual rehab for frail hearts: a new hope for seniors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an 8-week home telerehabilitation program, with real-time coaching and vital sign monitoring, can improve physical function and reduce frailty in older adults with heart failure. Seventy participants will be randomly assigned to either the telerehab progr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salerno • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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One-Doctor sedation could speed up heart treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to sedate patients during a heart scan and electric shock treatment for atrial fibrillation. Currently, a cardiologist gives mild sedation for the scan, but an anaesthesiologist must give stronger sedation for the shock, causing delays. Researchers wa…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Gødstrup Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New SuperCable aims to speed breastbone healing after heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a new flexible cable (SuperCable) is better than standard steel wire for closing the breastbone after heart surgery. About 86 adults will be randomly assigned to one method. The goal is to see if SuperCable leads to faster bone healing, less pain, and shorter …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Ear zap might tame racing heart in POTS
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a non-invasive ear stimulation device (aVNT) in 30 people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). The goal is to see if it can reduce rapid heart rate upon standing, improve blood flow to the brain, and ease other symptoms like brain fog and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could a Low-Dose drug ease POTS fatigue? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether low dose naltrexone (LDN) can reduce fatigue in people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Eighty participants will receive either LDN or a placebo for 4 months. The goal is to see if LDN improves fatigue and quality of life.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Simple foot rubs and tapes tested to get seniors moving after heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether foot massage or kinesio taping can help older adults (65+) move better and feel less afraid of movement after heart surgery. Sixty participants will receive one of the two treatments daily for a week. Researchers will measure mobility, pain, and fear of m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Yalova • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Rocking, swaddling, and white noise: a new way to soothe babies after heart surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a multifunctional baby carrier that rocks, swaddles, and plays white noise can help infants (0-3 months old) feel less pain, sleep better, and have steadier heart rates and oxygen levels after congenital heart surgery. About 52 babies will be randomly …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Lighter sedation may be safer for AFib heart procedure
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 224 adults with a type of irregular heartbeat called paroxysmal atrial fibrillation who are getting a first-time heart procedure called pulsed-field ablation. Researchers want to see if using conscious sedation (being awake but relaxed) is safer than general a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Heart failure patients get a digital coach: new study tests WhatsApp training for better symptom control
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a structured medication training program delivered via WhatsApp can help people with heart failure better manage their symptoms and stick to their medication routine. Researchers will compare the training group to a group receiving standard care. The stud…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Can a simple numbing drug make heart ablation less disruptive?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving lidocaine through an IV can reduce diaphragm twitching and coughing during a procedure called pulse field ablation for atrial fibrillation. Sixty adults with AFib will be randomly assigned to receive lidocaine or a placebo (saline). The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Scientists trace heart failure drug's path through the body
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis Phase 1 trial investigates how the drug HRS-9057 is absorbed, processed, and eliminated in healthy men. Six participants receive a single dose, and researchers measure the drug and its breakdown products in blood, urine, and stool. The goal is to understand the drug's behavi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fujian Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pain test battery could speed up drug development
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test a new method to see how two pain medicines, naproxen and pregabalin, work in healthy adults. Up to 25 participants will receive each medicine and a placebo in random order. They will undergo several short, controlled pain tests, like a cold water hand b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Super-Resolution heart scans: sharper images without extra radiation?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will take standard heart CT scans from 1000 adults with structural heart disease and use a super-computer to create ultra-high-resolution images. The goal is to see if these enhanced images show more detail than the originals. No new treatments are being tested; it's a…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could you help scientists unlock genetic cancer secrets?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study screens up to 1,000 people with personal or family histories of certain cancers to see if they qualify for ongoing genetics research at the National Cancer Institute. Participants fill out a 15-20 minute online survey about their health and family history. No treatment…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart-Kidney link under microscope in advanced heart failure study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 100 adults with advanced heart failure for 2 years to understand how kidney function changes over time and how it relates to serious heart events like death or need for a transplant. Researchers will collect blood, urine, and stool samples, along with quality-o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart Pump's impact on failing hearts to be measured in new study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will observe how the Impella 5.5 heart pump changes the way the heart squeezes and works in adults with end-stage heart failure. Researchers will use ultrasound (echocardiography) to measure heart function before, right after, and 7-14 days after the pump is placed. Th…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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4D MRI scans could reveal hidden clues about heart disease and cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses advanced 4D MRI scans to measure blood flow and heart function in adults with heart disease or cancer. Researchers aim to see if these detailed images can help predict how these diseases will progress. The study involves 1,000 participants who are already schedule…
Sponsor: Ulsan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental device tested in humans – no approval yet
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing a medical device that has not been approved by the U.S. FDA. The purpose is to gather information about how the device works and its safety in people. Participants will be monitored closely, but the device is not yet proven to treat or cure any condition.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AtaCor Medical, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a quick ultrasound keep heart failure patients out of the hospital?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a five-point ultrasound can better predict fluid overload in 200 patients hospitalized with congestive heart failure. Doctors will use the ultrasound results to guide diuretic treatment and track readmission rates over 30 and 90 days. The goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple heart catheter test predict serious complications after myocarditis?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether measuring blood flow in the heart's smallest blood vessels (microcirculation) can help predict serious health events within a year after a person is hospitalized for acute myocarditis. Researchers will use a special technique during a standard hear…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device aims to measure heart pressure without needles
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study gathers data from 392 adults with heart failure who need a right heart catheterization. Researchers will use the data to train a machine learning model for a non-invasive device that estimates heart pressure. The goal is to help doctors monitor and treat heart failure …
Sponsor: Acorai AB • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart study aims to sharpen diagnosis and cut needless hospital stays
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 25,000 people referred to a specialized heart clinic with symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. Researchers will track which heart conditions are actually diagnosed and how patients are evaluated. The goal is to improve diagnostic accuracy and unders…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests wearable patch to catch hidden heart rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 100 people who have already had a heart procedure (pulsed field ablation) for atrial fibrillation. Participants will wear a BodyGuardian monitor for a period after the procedure to see if it catches any return of irregular heartbeats. The study also asks pa…
Sponsor: Heart Rhythm Clinical and Research Solutions, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart health advice misses the mark for ethnic minorities, study aims to find out why
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will interview 15 people from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK who have heart disease. The goal is to understand their views on the diet and lifestyle advice they get from doctors, and whether it fits their cultural and religious customs. Researchers hope to learn…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can your voice predict heart failure? AI avatar study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new home monitoring system called AVATAR-SC that uses a digital avatar to collect voice recordings and symptom questionnaires from heart failure patients. The goal is to see if changes in voice can serve as early warning signs of worsening heart failure. Sixty …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Niguarda Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Heart surgery aftermath: new study seeks to predict and prevent dangerous rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at data from 918 adults who had planned heart surgery to find out why some develop atrial fibrillation, a common and serious irregular heartbeat. The researchers will also examine whether newer anesthesia methods, like a nerve block, might help protect agains…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can AI predict heart trouble in IBD patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, to better understand their risk of serious heart problems like stroke and heart attack. Researchers will collect information on therapy, disease activity, lifestyle…
Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New heart imaging tool tested in first human study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new imaging system called CHORUS IDx in 200 people scheduled for a heart ablation procedure. The system takes pictures inside the heart to help doctors see better during the procedure. The main goal is to check if the device is safe and to collect images th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can your smartwatch replace a medical heart test? scientists put apple watch to the test
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks whether an Apple Watch Series 9 can accurately measure key health indicators—like oxygen levels and exercise capacity—in adults with heart conditions such as congenital heart disease, heart failure, or coronary artery disease. Participants wear the smartwatch du…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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AI-Powered patch listens for heart failure clues
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will test whether an artificial intelligence algorithm can accurately detect heart sounds using data from a wearable ECG patch in 50 people with heart failure. Participants will wear the patch and have their heart sounds recorded with a digital stethoscop…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Long-Term study aims to unlock mystery of joint hypermobility and chronic illness
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 100 health science students for at least 10 years to understand why some people with very flexible joints (hypermobility) develop chronic pain, fatigue, and other health issues while others do not. Researchers will measure balance, heart rate, and quality o…
Sponsor: Clarkson University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Heart disease and brain health: new study seeks clues in 2,352 patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 2,352 adults with coronary heart disease to see how factors like blood sugar, sleep, and heart imaging relate to thinking and memory problems. Participants will take memory tests and undergo scans and blood work during a hospital stay. The goa…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart risk under the knife: new study tracks anesthesia dangers in rare cardiac condition
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 200 adults with Brugada Syndrome who need anesthesia for surgery or other procedures. Researchers want to see how often dangerous heart rhythms occur during and up to 30 days after anesthesia. They will also check if certain anesthetic drugs o…
Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study tracks safety of eplontersen in patients with liver transplants
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study monitors the long-term safety of eplontersen, a treatment for transthyretin amyloidosis, in patients who have had a liver transplant or have severe liver impairment. Researchers will track side effects, lab changes, and serious health events in about 320 …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny study tracks heart Drug's journey in healthy men
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study will give a small dose of a radioactive-labeled drug called HRS-1893 to 6 healthy men. Researchers will track how the drug is absorbed, broken down, and eliminated through urine and feces. The goal is to understand the drug's path in the body, which is a ke…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shandong Suncadia Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Which ventilator mode is best for heart patients? a pilot study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether it is possible to run a larger trial comparing two ways of using a breathing machine (ventilator) in critically ill heart patients who need help breathing. The two modes are volume-controlled (delivers a set amount of air each breath) and pressure-control…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can we predict sudden cardiac death after a heart attack? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 400 people who had a heart attack and have moderately reduced heart function (ejection fraction 35-50%). Participants will get a small implantable heart monitor to track their heart rhythm for up to 5 years. The goal is to identify markers that could predic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a 2-minute video save more lives? police test new AED training
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a brief training video can boost police officers' confidence and willingness to use an AED (a device that shocks the heart) during cardiac arrest, especially on women. About 30 officers will take surveys before and after watching the video. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny study could unlock secrets of genetic heart failure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 10 Chinese adults who have a specific gene mutation (BAG3) linked to dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart becomes enlarged and weak. Researchers will track changes in heart function, symptoms, and biomarkers over time to better understand how the…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood test may reveal hidden heart damage in AFib patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 150 people with persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) who are scheduled for a heart procedure called ablation. Researchers want to see if levels of a protein called BDNF in the blood are linked to signs of heart muscle damage (atrial c…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New heart scan and blood test could spot hidden damage after bypass
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 150 adults having coronary bypass surgery to find out how often hidden heart injury occurs. Researchers use a sensitive blood test (troponin) and heart MRI to detect damage that standard tests might miss. The goal is to improve diagnosis and long-term care aft…
Sponsor: Second Hospital of Jilin University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart failure study aims to tailor treatments using biomarkers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 600 adults with chronic or acute heart failure to see how biomarkers and other factors predict individual responses to standard medications. Participants will have assessments at the start and after 1, 3, and 6 months, with follow-up phone cal…
Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart Patients' hidden hurdles: new study probes barriers to psychosocial care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study at a French hospital will ask 20 heart rehab patients and their care teams about what stops them from getting or offering psychological and social support. The goal is to understand these barriers so that hospitals can better help patients return to work …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app keep heart patients out of the hospital? new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a digital tool called Luscii is practical and acceptable for people with a rare heart condition called ATTR-CM. About 60 adults in Austria, Germany, and Italy will use a smartphone app and home devices to share health information with their care team. …
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Heart surgery brain fog under the microscope: 600-Patient study launches
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 600 adults having off-pump heart bypass surgery to see how often memory and thinking problems occur afterward. Participants take a simple thinking test before and after surgery. The goal is to understand what factors might increase the risk of these problem…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New eye camera could spot retinal disease earlier
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new, noninvasive camera called XyCAM CRE that measures blood flow in the back of the eye. Researchers will compare its images with standard eye tests in 350 adults with retinal disorders. The goal is to see if this camera can provide extra information to he…
Sponsor: Stuart Terry Eye Associates • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Kidney disease linked to dangerous heart rhythms – new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out how common heart rhythm problems are in people with chronic kidney disease, both those on dialysis and those not yet on dialysis. Researchers will use a simple ECG test to check for abnormal heart rates and electrical changes. The goal is to better und…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New decision aid aims to ease tough choices for rare heart defect
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is creating a decision aid for people with a rare heart condition called right anomalous aortic origin of a coronary artery (R-AAOCA). The condition raises the risk of sudden cardiac death, but the best management—surgery or careful observation—isn't clear. The aid wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Massive HCM database aims to unlock better heart care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect health information from 3000 people with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) across multiple hospitals in China. The goal is to build a comprehensive database to understand how the disease is currently diagnosed and treated, and to identify factors that affe…
Sponsor: Xijing Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Smart socks and breath trackers could revolutionize heart rehab
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if wearable foot-pods (like Stryd) and breathing frequency monitors can accurately measure exercise intensity in people who have had a heart attack in the past 6 months. 24 participants will perform walking tests on flat ground and a treadmill while their o…
Sponsor: Keele University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Heart failure mystery: 500 patients join hunt for better treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 500 people with a type of heart failure called HFpEF, where the heart pumps normally but doesn't fill properly. Researchers will use heart ultrasounds, blood tests, and medical history to group patients into different subtypes. The goal is to better understand …
Sponsor: University Of Perugia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Breathing machine settings during heart surgery may predict lung trouble
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will observe 110 adults having planned heart bypass surgery. Researchers will record settings on the breathing machine during surgery and check if patients develop lung complications like pneumonia or need a breathing tube for too long. No new treatments are given—the …
Sponsor: Fusun Gozen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New 3D Heart-Mapping device tested in 50-Patient registry
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect real-world information on the VERAFEYE system, a device that creates 3D images of the heart during procedures to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and to close the left atrial appendage (a small pouch in the heart). About 50 adults will ta…
Sponsor: LUMA Vision Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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2.2 million patients: does heart failure raise surgery death risk?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at medical records from over 2 million adults who had surgery in Sweden between 2021 and 2024. Researchers want to see how common heart failure is in surgical patients and whether it raises the risk of death or other problems after surgery. The goal is to bet…
Sponsor: Umeå University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Pacemaker showdown: which new technology is safer for your heart?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two newer pacemaker technologies—left bundle branch area pacing and leadless pacing—to see how they affect heart function and the tricuspid valve. Twenty adults with certain heart block conditions will receive both types temporarily during their routine pa…
Sponsor: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New BP monitor could make life easier for heart pump patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special blood pressure monitor that deflates very slowly, designed for people with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD). Researchers want to see if patients can use it easily at home and if it helps track their blood pressure accurately. About 50 adults with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Face-Down recovery after heart surgery: a simple position change that could save lives?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether placing patients face-down (prone) soon after heart surgery can improve how well the right side of the heart works. The idea is that this position helps open up collapsed parts of the lungs, making it easier for the heart to pump blood. About 80 adults…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New study to track heart stent success in Over-80s
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks back at medical records of 850 patients aged 80 and older who had a heart stent procedure at a UK hospital over seven years. Researchers will describe the patients' health, age, and frailty, and track complications like heart attack, stroke, or death up to one ye…
Sponsor: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Heart surgery study aims to unravel platelet mysteries
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine how the heart-lung machine used during cardiac surgery changes platelet function and metabolism. Researchers will take blood samples from 100 adult heart surgery patients at several time points. The goal is to link these platelet changes to post-surgery in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can ECG algorithms pinpoint dangerous heart rhythms in tetralogy of fallot patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks whether three common ECG-based methods can accurately locate where abnormal heart rhythms start in adults who had Tetralogy of Fallot repair. Researchers will pace the heart from known spots during a scheduled procedure and compare the predicted location to the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New study aims to predict and prevent deadly surgery risks in seniors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will create a computer tool to predict which older adults are at high risk for serious problems after heart or blood vessel surgery. It will also test if special programs before and during surgery can help prevent confusion, heart issues, and death. About 1,200 people …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Heart valve unit may cut brain fog after procedure, study hopes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 500 people with severe aortic stenosis who need a heart valve replacement. Researchers want to see if a dedicated Heart Valve Unit—a team of heart specialists working together—can reduce confusion, delirium, and memory problems that sometimes happen after t…
Sponsor: Heart and Brain Research Group, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Brain ultrasound trial aims to uncover clues in sick kids
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use a non-invasive ultrasound test called Transcranial Doppler to measure blood flow in the brains of 125 children in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Researchers want to see how brain blood flow changes during critical illness and whether those patterns relate …
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Scientists hunt for autism genes in large blood study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to collect blood samples from 450 people, including individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their relatives, and healthy controls. Researchers will isolate cells from the blood to study genetic factors and biological processes linked to autism. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Hidden fat around the heart may predict heart failure risks
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 1000 heart failure patients to see if different types of body fat—around the heart, under the skin, and within muscles—are linked to heart structure and future health events like heart attacks or strokes. Researchers will use CT scans to measure these fat d…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Dispatcher training could boost cardiac arrest survival
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if improving how emergency dispatchers handle calls and model their actions can speed up the detection of cardiac arrest and improve CPR quality. Researchers will study 4,000 people who experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. The goal is to learn i…
Sponsor: Lithuanian University of Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New heart ablation method may spare stomach side effects
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of heart ablation for people with persistent atrial fibrillation: pulsed field ablation and radiofrequency ablation. The goal is to see which one causes fewer stomach problems after the procedure. Twenty participants will be matched by age and health…
Sponsor: Xijing Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a chinese herbal tablet help hearts heal after a heart attack?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether Guanxinning tablets can help repair tiny blood vessels in the heart after a heart attack. About 70 people who have had a severe heart attack will take the tablets or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal is to see if the tablets reduce bleeding in the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Heart valve showdown: which TAVI valve sends fewer particles to the brain?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two common types of heart valves used in TAVI (a procedure to replace a narrowed aortic valve) to see which one sends fewer tiny particles to the brain during the procedure. 80 adults with severe aortic stenosis will be randomly assigned to receive either …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ivan Zeljkovic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New study aims to predict heart trouble after stent or bypass
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 600 adults who have had a stent placed or bypass surgery for coronary artery disease. Researchers will collect medical information, blood samples, and traditional Chinese medicine symptoms over 12 months. Using artificial intelligence, they aim to create a …
Sponsor: Liu Qiang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Blood condition may predict worse outcomes after heart attack
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a condition called clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP), which is an age-related change in blood cells, is linked to more severe heart damage in people who have had a major heart attack (STEMI). Researchers will test blood samples…
Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Heart patients get a digital nudge toward recovery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests two different computer alerts designed to encourage doctors to refer heart patients to cardiac rehab. About 7,000 adults who had heart surgery or a stent in the past year will take part. The goal is to see if these simple reminders increase the number of people w…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Heart procedure showdown: which ablation system sends fewer clots to the brain?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare five different pulsed field ablation systems used to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The goal is to see which system causes the fewest tiny clots (microemboli) that travel to the brain during the procedure. One hundred adults with atria…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ivan Zeljkovic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Which wrist access lowers radiation for heart doctors? new trial aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares how much radiation doctors are exposed to during heart procedures (PCI) when using the left distal wrist versus the right wrist for artery access. About 748 patients scheduled for PCI will take part. The goal is to see if the left wrist approach reduces radiat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New study tests heart failure Self-Care tools in italian patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks if two Italian questionnaires accurately measure how well people with heart failure care for themselves and how caregivers help. Researchers will enroll 1,000 patients and their caregivers across Italy. The goal is to improve heart failure management by using re…
Sponsor: Centro Cardiologico Monzino • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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5,500 patients to test new heart valve devices in massive safety study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 5,500 people in China who receive new heart valve devices (replacement or repair) for conditions like aortic stenosis or mitral regurgitation. Researchers will track safety issues such as stroke, bleeding, and device function over time. The goal is to see h…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a simple chat after CPR save responders from trauma?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 75 volunteer first responders who are alerted via a smartphone app to help in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. Researchers want to understand how these stressful events affect the volunteers' mental health and whether a structured follow-up conversation can hel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Aachen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Will a new electronic health record save lives? alberta launches massive study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new province-wide electronic health record system (called Connect Care) improves outcomes for adults with chronic diseases like diabetes, heart failure, or kidney disease. Researchers will compare hospital readmission and death rates before and after…
Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New registry tool aims to stop heart patients from falling through the cracks
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a cloud-based tool called ACT+ to help people in Uganda get follow-up care after a positive screening for rheumatic heart disease. Researchers will work with local providers to improve the tool and then see if it increases the number of people who complete a conf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Urine test could predict heart failure outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 223 adults hospitalized with acute heart failure to see if changes in urine salt levels (sodium and chloride) can help doctors understand how well the body is getting rid of extra fluid. Participants will have blood and urine tests, heart ultrasounds, and chec…
Sponsor: Fundacion para la Investigacion Biomedica del Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New heart camera aims to make procedures safer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new ultrasound catheter called VeriSight Pro that takes pictures from inside the heart. Doctors will use it during procedures like closing a hole in the heart or fixing a valve. The goal is to see if it helps guide these procedures safely and effectively. A…
Sponsor: Philips Clinical & Medical Affairs Global • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could a simple blood test replace heart scans for sarcoidosis?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect blood samples from 115 adults with cardiac sarcoidosis to look for tiny particles called exosomes that might show whether the disease is active or quiet. The goal is to develop a simple blood test that could help doctors monitor the condition without needi…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New device could shed light on oxygen levels in critically ill heart patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, non-invasive device called ODIN that measures how well oxygen is being used in the tiny blood vessels of patients with advanced heart failure or cardiogenic shock in the ICU. About 30 adults will have their oxygen measurements taken with the device and com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could heart disease start outside the heart? new imaging study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study will use advanced PET scans to look at how the brain and body work together in people with and without heart disease. Researchers want to see if blood flow and energy use in different organs change during physical or mental stress. The goal is to better und…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Brain mapping study aims to uncover why some epilepsy patients stop breathing during seizures
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use brain electrodes (SEEG) and breathing monitors in 20 adults with drug-resistant epilepsy to map which brain areas control breathing during a challenge. The goal is to understand why some patients experience fatal breathing arrest after seizures (SUDEP). No tre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Heart and lung rehab under the microscope: what really works?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow up to 840 people with heart disease or COPD who join a group rehab program. Researchers want to see how many patients take part, how often they attend, and how their test results and quality of life change. The goal is to find out what helps patients improv…
Sponsor: Nordsjaellands Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Simple blood markers after bypass surgery may spot High-Risk patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 1,000 adults who had planned heart bypass surgery. Researchers will review existing hospital records to see if changes in routine blood tests (like inflammation and kidney markers) in the first hours after surgery can identify patients at higher risk for compl…
Sponsor: Bursa Sevket Yilmaz Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Heart bypass artery harvesting methods put to the test in small pilot
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a larger trial comparing two methods of harvesting the left internal mammary artery (LIMA) for heart bypass surgery is feasible. About 35 adults having planned bypass surgery will be randomly assigned to either the skeletonized method (isolating the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can a heart ultrasound sim speed up lifesaving treatment?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a special simulation training program for emergency doctors can help them use heart ultrasound more effectively in patients with acute heart failure. The goal is to see if this training leads to faster treatment with diuretics, which help remove excess…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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CT-Guided heart stenting could cut procedure time and radiation
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a CT scan to plan a heart stent procedure (PCI) makes it faster, safer, and more effective than the usual approach. About 200 adults with coronary artery disease will either get CT-guided planning or standard care. Researchers will compare procedure…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Galway • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Heart valve repair may unlock higher doses of key heart failure drugs
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 50 people with severe tricuspid regurgitation (a leaky heart valve) and reduced heart function who undergo valve repair using the PASCAL Precision System. The main goal is to see if, 12 months after repair, patients can take higher doses of st…
Sponsor: Ceric Sàrl • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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No needles needed: new device may measure heart pressure through the arm
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new method to measure central venous pressure (a key heart health indicator) without inserting a catheter. Researchers will use a pressure cuff and Doppler sensor on the forearm of 30 children (ages 0-17) in the intensive care unit. The goal is to see if this n…
Sponsor: Le Bonheur Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Why do some people have chest pain without blocked arteries? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine 250 adults with chest pain but no major blockages in their heart arteries (a condition called INOCA). Researchers will collect cells from the heart's blood vessels during a standard angiogram and track symptoms, activity, and function over one year using q…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Massive DNA hunt aims to predict who gets critically ill
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will collect blood samples from 25,000 adult ICU patients in Sweden to look for genetic variants linked to severe illness from infections, sepsis, or organ failure. Participants also give samples 3-6 months after leaving the hospital. The goal is to build…
Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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App-Alerted volunteers may boost cardiac arrest survival
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study examines whether volunteers alerted by a smartphone app can improve survival for people who have a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. Researchers will compare outcomes for about 5,200 adults who either did or did not receive help from these first responders. The goal…
Sponsor: Azienda Usl di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a new guideline help mothers breastfeed babies with heart defects?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special breastfeeding guideline for infants born with congenital heart disease (CHD). Researchers want to see if the guideline helps more mothers breastfeed directly and reduces stress. About 266 mother-infant pairs will take part across multiple hospitals, wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Carelon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study tracks heart disease progression with Cutting-Edge MRI
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 200 people with suspected or confirmed cardiac amyloidosis, a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart and cause heart failure. Over two years, participants will undergo heart MRI scans, exercise tests, and blood work at regular visits. The g…
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study to track survival in High-Risk heart procedures
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 1000 adults in China with severe coronary artery disease who are too high-risk for bypass surgery and need complex angioplasty. Researchers will collect data on their health, procedures, and outcomes for one year to see what factors affect survival and comp…
Sponsor: Guofeng Gao • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New nursing program aims to boost development in toddlers after heart surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a nursing support program for families of children aged 1 to 3 who have had heart surgery. The program includes education and counseling sessions to help parents improve caregiving skills and support their child's growth. Researchers will compare families who rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a simple sedation plan transform recovery for ECMO patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new, carefully designed plan for giving painkillers and sedatives to patients on ECMO (a life-support machine) is possible to use in hospitals. ECMO patients often face long-term problems like anxiety and memory issues, which may be linked to how muc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New catheter device tested for stubborn leg vein blockages
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will track 87 people who are already scheduled to receive treatment with the Recana Thrombectomy Catheter System for blocked veins in their legs. The goal is to see how safe the device is and how well it works at clearing the blockages during the procedur…
Sponsor: Intervene, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New study eyes Tirzepatide's hidden impact on joints and heart
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study in Mexico will follow 30 adults already taking tirzepatide for conditions like diabetes or obesity. Researchers will use MRI scans of the knees, CT scans of the heart, and body composition tests to see how the drug affects cartilage, heart fat, and overal…
Sponsor: JULIO GRANADOS MONTIEL • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a greener anesthesia method be safer for your heart?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 128 adults having gallbladder surgery to see if using a low-flow (more eco-friendly) versus normal-flow sevoflurane anesthesia changes heart electrical signals linked to dangerous rhythms. Researchers will measure these signals before, during, and after surger…
Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New study aims to boost heart failure drug adherence
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will track 300 adults with advanced heart failure to see how well they follow a four-medication treatment plan. Researchers will also measure quality of life using standard questionnaires. The goal is to understand real-world adherence and identify areas …
Sponsor: Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Massive study aims to make emergency intubations safer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect information on 1,200 emergency intubations across multiple hospitals in Taiwan. Researchers will track how often the tube is placed correctly on the first try and how often serious problems like low oxygen, low blood pressure, or cardiac arrest occur. The …
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Fatty liver patients: could a blood test spot heart attack risk?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if a routine blood measure called mean platelet volume (MPV) can predict acute coronary syndrome (heart attack or unstable angina) in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Researchers will compare MPV levels between 60…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could muscle loss in seniors cause tiredness and dizziness? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) is connected to fatigue and orthostatic intolerance (dizziness when standing up) in people aged 65 and older. Researchers will compare 90 older adults with and without sarcopenia to see if those with muscle loss experie…
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart defect closure study seeks to reveal hidden remodeling
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the heart's upper and lower chambers change shape and function after closing a hole called patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) using a catheter-based procedure. It will include 40 people aged 12 and older who are already scheduled for the closure. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Emil Magdy Badry • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart-Hormone link explored in kids with enlarged hearts
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure hormone levels in 100 children aged 1 to 12 who have dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart is enlarged and weakened. Researchers will collect blood samples to check hormones like thyroid, cortisol, and growth factors, and compare them to heal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Massive registry to uncover best tactics for Rock-Hard arteries
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 3000 patients with severely calcified coronary arteries who undergo a procedure to open the blockages (PCI). Researchers will track outcomes like heart attacks and repeat procedures over time. The goal is to learn which techniques work best in…
Sponsor: Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Former pro athletes get heart check with AI
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use AI-guided CT scans to look for signs of heart disease in 100 former high-intensity athletes, like NFL alumni or Division I players, aged 30 and older. The goal is to find out how common coronary artery disease is in this group and understand the types of plaqu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Heart fat may melt away after weight loss surgery, study hopes to show
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 150 adults with obesity who are already scheduled for bariatric surgery. Researchers will use CT scans and echocardiograms before and about 6 months after surgery to measure fat inside the heart muscle and check how well the heart relaxes. The…
Sponsor: Itshak Amsalem • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Gadget aims to perfect rescue breathing in cardiac arrest drills
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether showing real-time visual feedback to EMS responders helps them deliver the right amount of air during simulated CPR. 80 rescuers will give breaths to a mannequin with and without feedback, using two different CPR strategies. The goal is to see if feedback…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could extra heart testing ease chest pain in blocked artery patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding a special heart function test (coronary function testing) to the standard artery-opening procedure (angioplasty) can better relieve chest pain and improve quality of life. About 450 adults with a significant blockage in a major heart artery will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New study aims to predict which patients will get pericarditis again
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks for ways to predict if pericarditis (inflammation of the sac around the heart) will come back. About 10-30% of people have a repeat episode, and half of those have multiple returns. Researchers will use a special PET/CT scan, blood tests, and patient information …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New decision tool aims to bring palliative care to heart failure patients sooner
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a clinical decision support tool that helps doctors decide when to refer heart failure patients to palliative care. The tool uses a risk model to predict one-year survival and provides guidance at the point of care. Researchers will enroll 2,260 participants, inc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New lung technique may boost heart function in kids after surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a special breathing maneuver during heart surgery can improve heart and lung function in children with congenital heart disease. About 80 children will be randomly assigned to receive either the maneuver or standard care. The goal is to see if this app…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New study to reveal hidden pancreatic issues in alagille syndrome patients after transplant
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out how often exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) occurs in people with Alagille syndrome who have had a liver transplant. About 30 participants aged 7 to 50 will eat a high-fat diet and collect stool samples for lab testing. The results will help doct…
Sponsor: Digestive Care, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Women-Only heart classes aim to boost recovery and knowledge
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether a women-focused education program, called Cardiac College for Women, helps women with heart disease learn more about their condition and feel better. About 50 women in cardiac rehab across Canada will either get the program plus usual care or us…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New study aims to predict heart damage using simple blood tests
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 144 adults with acute coronary syndrome (heart attack or unstable angina) to see how inflammatory markers (hs-CRP and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio) and cardiac troponin levels relate to heart function measured by echocardiography. Researchers hope to impr…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Italian study to track Real-World use of Next-Gen cholesterol drugs
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at how consistently nearly 6,000 adults in Italy take three newer cholesterol-lowering drugs (inclisiran, evolocumab, and alirocumab) over the long term. Researchers will analyze prescription records to measure adherence and persistence in everyday medical pr…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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AI to predict heart attacks in diabetes patients: qatar study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at health records of 10,000 patients in Qatar who were hospitalized for heart problems and have diabetes or prediabetes. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to find patterns that predict future heart attacks, strokes, or death. The goal is to create …
Sponsor: Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Hormone Therapy's heart impact under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) affects the heart's ability to pump blood. Researchers will compare heart function in postmenopausal women who use MHT and those who don't. The goal is to understand the role of the nervous system in these changes. About 50…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New registry explores backup routes for heart valve procedure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study observes 600 people with aortic stenosis who cannot have a standard TAVI procedure through the leg artery. Instead, doctors will use other access points, like the chest or neck, to replace the heart valve. The goal is to track safety and success rates of these alternat…
Sponsor: Medical University of Silesia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New MRI method could sharpen heart disease detection
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to improve how MRI scans measure blood flow in the heart muscle. Researchers will compare a new, fully quantitative method with the standard semi-quantitative approach in 35 people with possible heart disease. The goal is to develop a more accurate tool for diagno…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Anne's University Hospital Brno, Czech Republic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New CT scanner could predict heart attacks by spotting hidden plaque details
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new type of CT scan (photon counting CT) to see if it can give doctors a clearer picture of the fatty deposits (plaques) inside heart arteries. The goal is to find out if these detailed images can help predict who might have a heart attack or other serious …
Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC