Heart failure
MONDO:0005252Inability of the heart to pump blood at an adequate rate to meet tissue metabolic requirements. Clinical symptoms of heart failure include: unusual dyspnea on light exertion, recurrent dyspnea occurring in the supine position, fluid retention or rales, jugular venous distension, pulmonary edema on physical exam, or pulmonary edema on chest x-ray presumed to be cardiac dysfunction.
Also known as: cardiac failure, cardiac insufficiency, failure, heart, heart failure, insufficiency, Cardiac
1585 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can a common altitude sickness drug help heart failure patients shed excess fluid?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial investigates whether adding acetazolamide—a drug often used for altitude sickness—to standard diuretics can improve fluid removal in people with heart failure who experience sudden fluid buildup. Participants take the medication for up to five days while being …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Could continuing a common heart drug before surgery save lives?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial asks whether people with heart failure who take SGLT-2 inhibitors (like dapagliflozin or empagliflozin) should continue the medication right up to cardiac surgery, rather than stopping it three days before as currently recommended. The study will compare outcomes like …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a temporary heart pump save more lives in cardiogenic shock?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether using a temporary heart pump (microaxial flow pump) right after opening a blocked artery improves survival in people with cardiogenic shock—a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. It also tests whether advanced monitor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leipzig Heart Science gGmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter pacemaker lead protect the heart?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a newer pacing method, called left bundle branch area pacing, is better than the standard right ventricular pacing for adults with permanent atrial fibrillation and a need for a pacemaker. The goal is to see if the newer technique reduces the risk of deat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill ease the burden of heart failure with preserved pumping?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether an experimental drug called elecoglipron can reduce serious heart failure events, such as hospitalizations or urgent visits, in adults with heart failure with preserved or mildly reduced ejection fraction. Participants will receive either ele…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise-Triggered heart valve leak targeted in new trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a minimally invasive procedure called mitral valve TEER, added to standard medical therapy, improves outcomes for heart failure patients whose mitral valve leakage becomes severe only during exercise. Participants are randomly assigned to receive e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a valve fix unlock better heart failure drugs?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether repairing a leaky mitral valve early, using a minimally invasive clip procedure, can help people with heart failure and reduced pumping function tolerate and benefit from standard heart failure medications. Participants are randomly assigned to receive th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Mainz • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Dual-Chamber heart pump save the failing heart?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing a new mechanical heart pump called the DuoCor 2, designed to support both sides of the heart in people with advanced heart failure. The study will enroll 64 patients who are severely ill and need circulatory support. The main goal is to see if the device hel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenzhen Core Medical Technology CO.,LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 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 Aug 12, 2026 00:00 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 Aug 12, 2026 00:00 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 Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Iron and folic acid: a simple pill that could ease anemia and heart symptoms?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis observational study is looking at whether Ferretab comp., an oral iron and folic acid supplement, can improve anemia and heart-related symptoms in adults who also have coronary artery disease or heart failure. Participants take the supplement for 12 weeks as part of their us…
Sponsor: Alcea • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common supplement protect the failing heart? a major trial puts Alpha-Lipoic acid to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a daily dose of alpha-lipoic acid, a vitamin-like antioxidant, can lower the risk of major heart problems in people with chronic heart failure caused by coronary artery disease. Researchers will compare the supplement against a placebo in over 1,50…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 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 Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug help heart failure patients walk farther?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether tirzepatide, a weekly injection used for diabetes and weight loss, can improve physical function in adults with heart failure and obesity. Participants will receive either tirzepatide or a placebo for six months, while continuing their usual heart failure…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartphone apps and wearables could transform heart recovery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding mobile health tools—like smartphone apps, connected scales, blood pressure monitors, and activity trackers—to standard cardiac rehab helps heart patients monitor their health and stick to healthy habits at home. The trial enrolls adults who have ha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart rehab goes hybrid: can a mix of home and clinic sessions boost adherence?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a hybrid cardiac telerehabilitation program — combining in-person sessions, live video workouts, and remote monitoring — can improve adherence to exercise rehab in people with coronary artery disease or stable heart failure. Participants are randomly assi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of the State of Santa Catarina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Protein power: could a diet boost help heart failure patients keep their muscle?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a high-protein diet, with or without an HMB supplement, can improve muscle mass, strength, and physical function in people with heart failure. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups: a standard-protein diet, a high-protein diet, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A checklist for the ER: could a one-page guide save lives in acute heart failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a best-practices checklist can help emergency doctors manage acute heart failure more effectively. The checklist guides assessment, treatment, and decisions about whether to admit or discharge patients. Researchers are introducing the checklist in four la…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise as medicine: can a tailored workout program reduce hospital visits for heart failure patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a year-long, supervised exercise program — including aerobic, resistance, and breathing exercises — can improve outcomes for people with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Participants are randomly assigned to either usual care or usu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundación para la Investigación del Hospital Clínico de Valencia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A picture-based lesson may help heart failure patients spot trouble early
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a nurse-led education program can improve self-care knowledge in people with heart failure in Rwanda. About 400 participants from three district hospitals will receive illustrated flip-book teaching and a simplified handout. The study measures changes in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app replace cardiac rehab? a new trial puts digital heart care to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study is testing whether a smartphone app called HeartMate can help people with heart disease manage their condition from home. Over six weeks, participants use the app for daily heart checks, guided exercise, breathing training, and a mind program, with weekly coachin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart sensor keep heart failure patients out of the hospital?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a real-time continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can improve blood sugar control and reduce hospital readmissions in people with type 2 diabetes and acute heart failure. Researchers will follow 140 adults during their hospital stay and for three months …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual heart team aims to close medication gap for veterans with heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a virtual team of clinical pharmacists and cardiologists can help doctors prescribe the right heart failure medications for Veterans. Many patients do not receive all recommended drugs at effective doses after a hospital stay. The team reviews patient rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart pump could offer lifeline for advanced heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a device called the Corheart 6, a left ventricular assist system that helps pump blood in people with advanced left ventricular heart failure. The study includes 100 adults aged 18 to 75 with severe heart failure symptoms despite optimal medical therapy. The main…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shenzhen Core Medical Technology CO.,LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nurse-led discharge education may cut heart failure readmissions
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a nurse-led discharge education program helps heart failure patients avoid unplanned hospital readmissions within 30 days. The program includes an educational assessment, a discharge session using the teach-back method, and a follow-up phone call. Researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tailored HIIT may boost fitness in stubborn heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program can improve exercise capacity and quality of life in people with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Participants are randomly assigned to either a 24-week HIIT plan tailor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart failure care gets a Check-Up: study tests if sharing guidelines boosts treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving doctors—and sometimes patients—personalized reports on recommended heart failure treatments helps more people get the right medications. It involves adults with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) in the Netherlands. The goal is …
Sponsor: Jasper Brugts MD PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart failure drug aims to boost daily living and cut hospital visits
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether vericiguat, added to standard treatment, can improve quality of life and reduce hospitalizations in adults with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction. Participants receive either vericiguat or a placebo for six months, and their health status…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Pakistan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 15, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny heart implant aims to unclog lungs and save lives in advanced heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a small, hourglass-shaped device implanted in the heart's upper chambers to lower pressure and reduce fluid buildup in the lungs. It is for people with advanced heart failure whose heart pumps weakly (ejection fraction 40% or less). The trial randomly assigns som…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: V-Wave Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smarter heart pacing could cut hospital stays for heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a newer, more natural pacing method for people with heart failure and electrical problems in the heart. The approach uses the heart's own conduction system to improve coordination between chambers. Researchers will track patients for two years to see if this meth…
Sponsor: University of Pecs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatches may help heart patients avoid hospital readmission
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether wearable devices like smartwatches and ECG straps can help doctors remotely manage patients with both heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Participants use the devices to send real-time health data to their care team, who adjust medications and treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart failure hope: gut bacteria and drug combo tested in seniors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a combination of an SGLT-2 inhibitor (henagliflozin) and a probiotic to standard heart failure treatment can improve heart function and quality of life in people over 60 with a specific type of heart failure called HFpEF. The trial randomly assigns…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medicial University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nurse coaching may help heart failure patients avoid hospital visits by mastering fluid control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a nurse-led program designed to help people with chronic heart failure better manage fluid buildup—a common cause of hospital readmission. The program includes education, emotional support, and practical skills like daily weighing and salt restriction. Researcher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single iron infusion ease heart failure in seniors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single intravenous dose of iron (ferric derisomaltose) can improve symptoms, reduce hospitalizations, and boost quality of life in adults aged 65 and older who have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and iron deficiency. Participants receive…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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Sound waves instead of surgery: new device aims to soften stiff heart valves
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis registry will follow 200 people with severe aortic valve stenosis who receive a non-invasive ultrasound therapy called Valvosoft. The treatment uses focused sound waves to soften calcium buildup on the valve without surgery. Researchers will track safety and effectiveness fo…
Sponsor: Cardiawave SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can less be more? new study tests safer blood thinner doses for ECMO patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving lower doses of two blood thinners (argatroban and enoxaparin) to adults on ECMO (a machine that helps the heart and lungs) is safe and works well. The goal is to reduce bleeding and clotting problems. About 200 people with pneumonia or heart fai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital Ostrava • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can quick drug optimization after heart failure hospitalization save lives in women?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether quickly starting and increasing guideline-recommended heart failure medications after hospitalization improves outcomes in women. About 360 women from 13 Italian hospitals will be randomly assigned to either a high-intensity care group (rapid drug optimiz…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug mend hearts after failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether dapagliflozin, a drug already used for diabetes, can improve heart function in people hospitalized with acute heart failure. About 188 participants will take the drug or not for three months, and doctors will use special ultrasound imaging to measure chan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Qilu Hospital of Shandong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Heart pump patients: does routine leg tube prevent limb loss?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether routinely placing a small tube in the leg artery (distal perfusion catheter) is better than waiting until a problem arises in patients on mechanical heart pumps. About 500 adults with severe heart failure or shock will be randomly assigned to one of the t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Ultrasound-Guided diuretic dosing may improve heart failure hospital outcomes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a special ultrasound score (DUCS) to guide diuretic dosing can improve outcomes for people hospitalized with acute heart failure. About 128 adults with heart failure and fluid buildup will be randomly assigned to either standard care or ultrasound-g…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Nurse navigators aim to keep hip and knee replacement patients out of the hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a nurse navigator program can reduce hospital readmissions in 300 patients who are having hip or knee replacement and also have conditions like heart failure, COPD, or kidney problems. The program provides education and connects patients with their primar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New cooler could keep donor hearts fresher for transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new adjustable cooler for storing donor hearts during transport to the transplant hospital. The cooler aims to keep the heart at a steady temperature, reduce waste, and lower costs compared to the current standard device. About 80 adults receiving a heart trans…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could a common blood thinner replace warfarin for LVAD patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two blood thinners—apixaban (Eliquis) and warfarin (Coumadin)—in 460 people with advanced heart failure who have a HeartMate 3 heart pump. The goal is to see which drug better prevents strokes, pump clots, and serious bleeding. Participants must have had their…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Stem cell patch aims to mend broken hearts in landmark trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether a patch loaded with lab-grown heart muscle cells can help repair damaged heart tissue. Sixteen people with severe heart failure who are already scheduled for bypass surgery will receive either the stem cell patch or a blank patch during their …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: HELP Therapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could a simple pacemaker setting ease right heart failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether setting a pacemaker to a faster rate (90 beats per minute) can help people with right heart failure and severe tricuspid regurgitation. Twenty-four participants with a low resting heart rate will get a special pacemaker implant and be followed for 6 month…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Simple mouthpiece could ease heart strain in sleep apnea patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a mouthpiece worn during sleep can help people with both heart failure and obstructive sleep apnea. The device keeps the airway open, which may reduce stress on the heart and improve quality of life. 328 participants will use either the real device or a sham o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a common heart drug reverse scarring in stiff heart failure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug sacubitril/valsartan can reduce scarring in the heart muscle of people with a type of heart failure called HFpEF (stiff heart). The trial will enroll 36 adults aged 50 and older with heart failure and a normal pumping function. Participants will …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Heart failure patients get a virtual coach: study tests remote motivational interviews
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether remote motivational interviewing—online chats with a trained nurse—can help heart failure patients and their family caregivers improve self-care and quality of life. 600 participants (300 patients with moderate to severe heart failure and their caregivers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wroclaw Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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5,000-Patient study tests jardiance against standard heart failure drugs in china
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how well the drug Jardiance works compared to other standard heart failure treatments in Chinese patients with a specific type of heart failure (HFrEF). Researchers will track about 5,000 adults to see which treatment better prevents heart failure hospitalizat…
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Heart scar on MRI may decide who gets a lifesaving shock device
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether an implantable defibrillator (ICD) can reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death in people with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy, a type of heart muscle disease not caused by blocked arteries. Researchers will use MRI scans to find heart scarring (fib…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Smart alerts aim to cut heart failure hospital stays
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding HeartLogic diagnostic alerts to usual care can reduce hospitalizations and improve quality of life for people with chronic heart failure and low ejection fraction. About 135 adults with a prior heart failure event will be enrolled. The approach use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Robert Pickett • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Could zapping a nerve ease heart failure? new trial tests it
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether a catheter-based procedure that zaps a nerve near the spine can safely help people with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Up to 50 patients will be randomly assigned to get the real treatment or a sham procedure, and neither they n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Axon Therapies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Can a common amino acid boost heart function in failure patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding L-arginine, a natural amino acid, to standard heart failure treatment improves heart function and symptoms. Researchers will enroll 200 stable heart failure patients with low ejection fraction (under 40%). Participants will receive either L…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: German University in Cairo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can a quick dose of dapagliflozin help elderly heart failure patients in the ER?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether starting the drug dapagliflozin within 24 hours of arriving at the emergency room is practical for elderly patients (75+) with acute heart failure. It will involve 144 patients across 6 hospitals, comparing early drug treatment plus a nurse phone call …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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AI takes on heart failure: could it cut hospital stays?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help doctors manage medications for people with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). About 1,200 participants from 60 hospitals will be assigned to either AI-guided care or standard care. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Heart failure accreditation program aims to save lives in china
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a national hospital accreditation program for heart failure centers can improve care and outcomes for patients hospitalized with heart failure. About 6,240 adults across multiple hospitals in China will be followed for 12 months after discharge. The progr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Remote check-ups aim to ease heart failure care in rural areas
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using remote blood pressure monitors and video doctor visits can help people living in rural areas better manage their heart failure. Researchers will enroll 32 adults with heart failure to see if this approach is practical and acceptable. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Heart device showdown: which pacing pattern saves more lives?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two different ways to program an implantable defibrillator (ICD) to stop dangerous fast heartbeats. About 4,000 people with heart disease who need an ICD will be assigned to one of two pacing patterns (burst or ramp) and followed for up to 10 years. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Heart failure drug combo aims to cut hospital stays
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding finerenone to standard heart failure treatment (an SGLT2 inhibitor) can reduce deaths and hospitalizations. About 60 adults aged 18-65 with newly diagnosed heart failure will be split into two groups: one gets the standard drug alone, the other get…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Could a natural hormone help tame a common heart rhythm disorder?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether relaxin, a natural hormone given as a daily injection, can reduce the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) in 208 veterans who have not responded to standard medications and are scheduled for catheter ablation. The study aims to see if relaxin c…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Deeptankar DeMazumder • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Lab-grown heart cells injected into failing hearts: a new hope?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial will test whether injecting lab-grown heart muscle cells (made from stem cells) into the heart can safely help people with severe heart failure. Fourteen participants with weak hearts will receive the cells via a catheter. The main goal is to check for side…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Heartseed Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New heart procedure could reduce transplants in End-Stage heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach for people with end-stage heart failure and permanent atrial fibrillation who are waiting for a heart transplant or heart pump. Participants will receive either a standard implantable defibrillator (ICD) alone or an ICD plus a special pacing lead a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New drug aims to shield kidneys and heart in diabetic patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug finerenone can slow kidney function decline and lower heart failure risk in 120 adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Participants must already be on standard blood pressure medications. The study will measure changes in kidney …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a smartwatch make virtual heart rehab work better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a medical-grade smartwatch (CardioWatch 287-2) can improve a 13-week virtual cardiac rehab program for people with heart disease. About 216 participants will either use the watch or not, and researchers will compare their progress in areas like exercis…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can oxygen chambers boost heart failure treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) to standard heart failure medications can help people with chronic heart failure walk farther and improve heart function. About 150 adults with reduced heart pumping abil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fujian Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Heart failure study questions need for frequent kidney checks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether reducing the number of kidney function tests during heart failure treatment helps patients reach the best medication doses more safely. About 344 adults with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction will take part. The goal is to improve drug dosing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can a common diabetes drug protect the heart? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial will test whether glimepiride, a standard diabetes pill, can reduce the risk of heart-related death, heart transplant, or worsening heart failure in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic heart failure. About 1,484 participants will receive either glimepiride …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New infusion drug aims to keep severe heart failure patients out of hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a continuous infusion of alprostadil, a drug that widens blood vessels, can help maintain stability in 600 people with advanced heart failure. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal is to see if the drug redu…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biopeutics Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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AI-Powered smartwatches could cut hospital readmissions after heart attacks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a smartwatch combined with artificial intelligence can improve recovery for people who have had a heart attack. 200 adults aged 18-75 who recently had a heart attack and a stent placed will wear a smartwatch that tracks health data. The AI analyzes …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Simple nurse chat may keep heart patients out of hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a 30-minute face-to-face lesson with a nurse can help people with chronic heart failure stay stable and take better care of themselves after being discharged from the hospital. About 118 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive this extra edu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale di Lodi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Heart failure drug finerenone faces major test in heart remodeling trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether the drug finerenone (Kerendia) can improve heart structure and function in 156 adults with heart failure and an enlarged left ventricle. Participants take finerenone or a placebo daily for 12 months, alongside standard care. Heart changes are meas…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Subodh Verma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Heart failure hope? roxadustat tested for anemia and kidney disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether roxadustat, a drug for anemia in chronic kidney disease, can also help people with heart failure. Researchers will review medical records of 200 patients who took roxadustat for at least a year. They will check heart function, symptoms, and major event…
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New heart failure drug trial aims to ease breathing and save lives
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether levosimendan, a drug that strengthens heart contractions without increasing oxygen demand, can help people hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure. About 332 adults will receive either levosimendan plus standard care or standard care alone. Re…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chittagong Medical College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Heart failure and AF: which procedure works best?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two procedures for treating atrial fibrillation (AF) in people with heart failure: catheter ablation to restore normal heart rhythm, or a pacemaker plus ablation to control heart rate. About 1056 adults with both conditions will be followed for several years t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New heart failure drug SHR-4658 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a single injection of SHR-4658 in 48 healthy volunteers and people with slightly high blood pressure. The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug. If it passes safety checks, it may lead to larger studies for heart failure tre…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Suncadia Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Could a simple breathing device boost heart rehab?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether adding a special breathing exercise (inspiratory muscle training) to standard cardiac rehab helps heart patients recover better. About 80 adults who have been hospitalized for a heart condition will take part. The main goal is to see if the training i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can a common heart drug improve how the heart relaxes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether the drug sacubitril/valsartan (Entresto) can improve the heart's ability to relax in people with heart failure and reduced pumping strength. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure changes after six months of treatment. The study involves 70 adults …
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:42 UTC
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AI ultrasound could unmask silent heart disease in seniors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an AI-guided handheld ultrasound, used during routine primary care or geriatrics visits, can detect serious heart valve disease and weak heart muscle in adults aged 65 to 85 who have no known heart problems. Half of the participants will receive this quic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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A smarter emergency test for heart failure?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to build a comprehensive prediction rule for diagnosing acute heart failure in the emergency department. It will enroll 560 adults with suspected heart failure or acute shortness of breath. Participants will undergo standard tests, including blood work, lung ultra…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye scans could spot deadly heart disease before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether specialized eye imaging can identify people with a rare heart condition called transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM). Researchers will use machine learning to analyze eye scans from 500 adults—some with ATTR-CM and others with heart failure bu…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rural heart failure diagnosis gets a boost from Point-of-Care testing
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study evaluates whether a quick blood test for NT-pro-BNP, done in a doctor's office, can help diagnose heart failure earlier in rural areas where specialists are scarce. The test is given to people over 60 with symptoms like shortness of breath or swelling. Researchers will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 08, 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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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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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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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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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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12-Minute test could uncover hidden heart failure in leg swelling patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test a rapid finger-prick blood test for heart failure in 618 people with leg swelling (lymphoedema) who have not been diagnosed with heart failure. The test measures a substance called NT-proBNP and gives results in 12 minutes, compared to the usual lab test that…
Sponsor: Swansea Bay University Health Board • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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AI-Powered ultrasound aims to solve heart diagnosis dilemma
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test new ultrasound techniques, combined with artificial intelligence, to more accurately measure heart filling pressure in patients who have both heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Current methods are unreliable for these patients, making diagnosis and treatm…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could your GP spot heart trouble with a handheld ultrasound?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether general practitioners can use a tiny ultrasound device to detect early signs of heart disease during a routine office visit. Researchers will enroll 300 adults aged 65 and older with risk factors, or adults with symptoms like shortness of breath or leg…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Could a simple algorithm spot silent heart failure before it strikes?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new risk algorithm (FIND HF) can better detect undiagnosed heart failure in people at risk. About 475 adults aged 40+ will have a blood test and heart ultrasound. Researchers will compare how many high-risk vs low-risk people are found to have heart pro…
Sponsor: University of Leeds • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Can a Surgeon's gut feeling match an ultrasound? new study aims to find out
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will check how well a heart surgeon's visual estimate of the heart's pumping ability matches the more precise measurement from an ultrasound (TEE) during open-heart surgery. About 70 adults having planned heart surgery with a heart-lung machine will take part. The goal…
Sponsor: Ataturk University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Could a simple liver scan replace risky heart catheters?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a quick, painless liver scan (FibroScan) can accurately detect high central venous pressure in people with heart failure. Currently, doctors use a catheter inserted into the heart to measure this pressure, which carries risks. The study will enroll 149…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Echosens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New heart failure test kit under evaluation
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study checks if a new test kit (NTproBNP2) works as well as an existing approved test for measuring a substance linked to heart failure. Researchers will compare results from 120 blood samples of people with or suspected of having heart failure. The goal is to confirm the ne…
Sponsor: Radiometer Medical ApS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Bedside flu shot for heart patients: a simple strategy to save lives?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether offering a seasonal flu vaccine to heart patients while they are still in the hospital, along with active counseling, increases vaccination rates compared to counseling alone. The study enrolls adults hospitalized for acute coronary syndrome or heart fail…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stephan Baldus • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common steroid speed heart shock recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if giving a short course of steroids (methylprednisolone) for 7 days can help adults with heart failure who are in cardiogenic shock, a serious condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. The goal is to reduce harmful inflammation and help patients recover…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 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 Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can slow breathing soothe a failing heart?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether slow-paced breathing—reducing breaths to 4-7 per minute—can improve heart rate variability, a marker of heart health, in hospitalized heart failure patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to either standard cardiac rehab alone or rehab plus slow-…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chung Shan Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an AI coach get heart failure patients moving?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a mobile health program can help people with heart failure increase their physical activity and stay active. The program includes a smartphone app for goal-setting and self-monitoring, an AI-based health coach trained in motivational interviewing, and occ…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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AI therapy coach aims to ease distress in seriously ill seniors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered program can help older adults with serious illnesses like cancer or heart disease manage emotional distress. Participants receive short videos and daily check-ins from a chatbot that teaches practical coping skills, all from their own phone.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual Nurse-Social worker team aims to ease symptoms for veterans with heart failure and COPD
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingMany Veterans with heart failure or COPD struggle with breathlessness, fatigue, depression, and anxiety that routine care often misses. This study tests whether a virtual team—a nurse and a social worker—can improve quality of life by helping Veterans manage their most bothersome…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 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 Jul 10, 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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Exercise program aims to keep heart transplant patients strong while they wait
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supervised 8-week exercise program can improve physical function and exercise ability in people with advanced heart failure who are hospitalized and waiting for a heart transplant. Participants will do aerobic and resistance exercises while receiving IV…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nove de Julho • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Strength before cardio: new exercise strategy tested for heart patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new exercise approach for people aged 60 and older who have both atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and a type of heart failure called HFpEF. Instead of starting with aerobic exercise like walking, participants will first do 2 months of progressive re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Which workout is best for heart failure? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two supervised exercise programs—neuromuscular training (focusing on balance and coordination) and resistance training (using weights and bands)—in 40 adults with chronic heart failure. Over 10 weeks, researchers will measure how far participants can walk, the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Heart rehab hope for rare amyloidosis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a structured 5-week cardiac rehabilitation program can improve exercise ability and quality of life in 40 adults with cardiac amyloidosis. Participants will undergo supervised aerobic and strength training five days a week, with tests before and after the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Breathe away the fear: new study tests simple technique for heart transplant anxiety
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a guided breathing technique called heart rate variability biofeedback (HRVB) can reduce anxiety in 60 adults who are in the ICU waiting for a heart transplant. Participants will use a biofeedback device or app during a single session led by a trained cli…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hartford HealthCare • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to keep heart failure patients out of the hospital
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a mobile app can help people with heart failure take better care of themselves after leaving the hospital. The app provides educational tips, symptom tracking, and ways to communicate with the care team. Thirty participants will use the app alongside…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de la Sabana • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Sauna sessions may ease heart failure symptoms and reduce water pills
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding sauna therapy to standard cardiac rehabilitation can help people with heart failure feel less congested and possibly lower their dose of water pills (diuretics). About 46 adults with heart failure and reduced pumping ability will be randomly ass…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: BAUDRY Guillaume • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Heart failure patients may benefit from triple therapy: exercise, breathing, and brain games
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether combining aerobic exercise, breathing exercises, and cognitive training can improve physical function and thinking in men aged 50-65 with acute heart failure. Forty participants will undergo these combined therapies while in the hospital. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Heart pump patients may get better quality of life with palliative care, new study hopes to prove
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding a palliative care team—specialists in comfort and holistic support—can improve quality of life for people who have had a mechanical heart pump (LVAD) for at least a year. About 90 adults who are not eligible for a heart transplant will be random…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Right care, right time: study tests smart palliative care model for heart failure and cancer
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a flexible palliative care program for people with advanced heart failure or certain cancers. The program adds more team members—like a social worker or nurse—as symptoms get worse. The goal is to improve quality of life and match care to each person's changing n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Could inflatable leg boots help heart failure patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether pulsatile compression boots, which rhythmically squeeze the legs, can help patients hospitalized with acute heart failure and leg swelling. The boots aim to move fluid out of the legs, improve circulation, and support heart and kidney function. One hundre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can a custom rehab program help seniors with heart failure get stronger?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a cardiac rehabilitation program designed for people over 65 with heart failure. Participants will attend supervised exercise and education sessions twice a week for three months, starting while still in the hospital. The goal is to see if the program improve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Puerta de Hierro University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Heart rehab at home: a new hope for patients in Low-Resource areas?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program can improve quality of life and health behaviors in heart patients living in low-resource settings in Pakistan. The program includes diet advice, exercise suggestions, medication reminders, and counseling, deliv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New oxygen device aims to ease breathing at home for chronically ill patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new type of home oxygen therapy, called high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), can improve breathing comfort and quality of life for people with long-term lung or heart conditions. Participants will try both HFNC and standard oxygen therapy for two weeks each …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Università degli Studi di Ferrara • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New tech trial aims to get heart failure patients moving
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a personalized system that uses a mobile app and smart wristband to encourage physical activity in 82 adults with heart failure. Participants get custom activity goals, real-time feedback, and motivational support over 12 months. The goal is to see if this approa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abant Izzet Baysal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:16 UTC
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Bedside blood test may reveal how well heart failure treatment works
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at whether changes in a blood marker called NT-proBNP, measured at the bedside, can reflect how well fluid is being removed in patients hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure. Participants receive standard care, and researchers track NT…
Sponsor: Mao Chen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 30-hour e-learning course equip family doctors to deliver better palliative care?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial explores whether a training program for general practitioners can improve how primary care clinics deliver palliative care to adults with advanced cancer, COPD, heart failure, or kidney disease. One family health unit will use the new approach—a 30-hour e-learning cour…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI as a second opinion: could a chatbot improve chronic disease care?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a medical artificial intelligence (AI) tool can assist primary care doctors in managing chronic conditions like heart disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and stroke. Doctors in the intervention group use the AI to help make decisions about assess…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Taizhou People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers test two versions of a promising heart failure drug
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests two different formulations of an experimental drug called AD-118 in healthy adults aged 19 to 64. Participants receive a single dose of each version in a random order, and researchers measure how the drug moves through the body and check for side effects. The goa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Addpharma Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stiff arteries may hold key to heart failure progression
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the stiffness and function of blood vessels change in people newly diagnosed with heart failure. Researchers will measure these factors at the start, after a few weeks of standard medication, and after a cardiac rehab program. All tests are non-invasive an…
Sponsor: Coventry University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sound waves could spot stroke dangers early
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use transcranial Doppler (TCD) ultrasound to measure blood flow in the brains of 100 people who had a stroke and underwent endovascular therapy (clot removal). The goal is to see if TCD readings can predict complications like bleeding or brain swelling in the days…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Brazil launches massive heart failure study to improve care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 2000 adults hospitalized with acute heart failure in Brazil to learn how they are treated and what happens to them over the next year. Researchers want to see if doctors are using the latest recommended medicines and find out what barriers prevent better ca…
Sponsor: Hospital do Coracao • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Sleep trouble linked to heart risk in lung disease patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 60 adults with pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) for 2 years. Researchers will measure breathing problems during sleep and heart rate changes to see how they relate to the disease. No new treatment is given; participants continue their u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Breathe easy: new study tests air quality alerts for safer outdoor exercise
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving people with heart or lung conditions real-time air pollution data helps them exercise outdoors more safely. 80 participants will use a smartphone platform that tracks their walking and local air quality. The goal is to see if this approach reduces …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Leicester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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PICTURES MAY BOOST HEART DRUG ADHERENCE IN NEW STUDY
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a simple idea: showing heart failure patients easy-to-understand pictures of how their medications can help them live longer and stay out of the hospital. About 100 adults with heart failure will receive these visual aids along with their usual care. Researchers …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Giessen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Heart Patients' pill habits under the microscope in new study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check how well heart failure and atrial fibrillation patients take their medicines after being admitted to the coronary care unit. Researchers will interview 250 adults to understand their medication beliefs and whether their prescriptions are appropriate. The goa…
Sponsor: AlFayhaa General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New study aims to predict which heart patients will respond to therapy
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will observe 253 adults with heart rhythm problems who are scheduled for procedures like pacemakers or ablation. Researchers will use advanced imaging and AI tools to understand why some patients respond well to treatment while others do not. The goal is to find better…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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30,000-Person study seeks to unmask hidden heart failure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will enroll 30,000 adults in Denmark to better understand heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), a condition where the heart pumps normally but is too stiff to fill properly. Researchers will use blood tests, heart imaging, and health rec…
Sponsor: Herlev and Gentofte Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Heart rate secrets: new study tracks diabetes Drug's hidden effects
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study monitors heart rate variability in 150 adults with type 2 diabetes who also have heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or both. Participants will wear a 24-hour heart monitor before and after starting a standard SGLT2 inhibitor medication. The goal is to understand ho…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers needed to test two forms of heart failure medicine
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study will test two versions of a drug (AD-118 and AD-1181) in 70 healthy adults to see how they are processed by the body and if they are safe. Participants will receive a single dose of each version under fasting conditions. The study does not aim to treat any …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Addpharma Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of rare heart disease from gut tumors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will create a registry of about 120 patients in Poland who have carcinoid heart disease, a rare complication of neuroendocrine tumors that damages heart valves. Researchers will collect medical records, echocardiograms, and lab results to better understand who develops…
Sponsor: National Institute of Cardiology, Warsaw, Poland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New study to reveal hidden impact of ventilator settings on veins
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how different levels of breathing support (PEEP) affect blood flow congestion in the veins of patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Researchers will use ultrasound to grade congestion in the liver, kidney, and portal veins as absent, modera…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can remote monitoring ease heart failure care? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a remote monitoring model called RAPHAEL can work for people with heart failure who may need palliative care. About 90 adults will use a digital questionnaire for 4 weeks to report symptoms and needs, while their healthcare team reviews the results. Th…
Sponsor: Universitat Internacional de Catalunya • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Heart failure patients grouped by data, not drugs
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 200 adults with a type of heart failure called HFpEF. Researchers will use medical records and exercise tests to find different patient groups, or phenotypes. The goal is to better understand these groups, not to test any new treatment. Participants will have …
Sponsor: Instituto Politécnico de Leiria • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Jardiance under the microscope: new study tracks heart failure outcomes in china
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will observe 3,000 adults in China with a type of heart failure called HFpEF who are starting the drug Jardiance. Researchers will track how many patients are hospitalized for heart failure or die from heart-related causes over time. The goal is to see how effective an…
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New study aims to better detect breathing trouble in Non-Communicative ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks if a Turkish version of the Respiratory Distress Observation Scale (RDOS) accurately measures breathing distress in critically ill patients who cannot speak. Researchers will compare RDOS scores with end-tidal carbon dioxide levels, an objective breathing measur…
Sponsor: Istinye University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Heart failure study to uncover hidden links to kidney and liver disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 3000 adults with chronic heart failure to see how often they also have kidney disease, diabetes, fatty liver, or clogged arteries. Researchers want to understand how these conditions interact and affect patient outcomes over two years. No new treatments are…
Sponsor: Russian Scientific Medical Society of Therapists • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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30,000 blood samples could revolutionize rapid disease testing
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect blood samples from 30,000 adults in the UK with various health conditions, including blood clots, infections, heart disease, diabetes, and more. The samples will be used to develop and fine-tune new diagnostic tests for the cobas® lumira device, which allo…
Sponsor: LumiraDx UK Limited • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New study aims to decode heart failure using body data
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 600 people (400 with chronic heart failure and 200 healthy) to find patterns in genes, proteins, and gut bacteria that may predict who gets worse. Researchers will track patients for one year to see who is hospitalized or dies. The goal is to create a better r…
Sponsor: Xinjiang Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Caribbean ECMO registry launches to track Life-Saving machine outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect information from 1,200 patients in the French West Indies and Guiana who received ECMO, a machine that helps the heart and lungs. Researchers aim to track survival rates and complications to better understand how ECMO works in this region. The study does n…
Sponsor: University of Genova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can inflammation markers predict heart failure outcomes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will enroll 112 adults hospitalized for heart failure with preserved or mildly reduced ejection fraction. Researchers will collect blood and urine samples to measure inflammatory biomarkers and analyze genetic factors. The goal is to identify markers that…
Sponsor: Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de la Fundación Jiménez Díaz • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New study aims to crack the code on Hard-to-Treat sleep apnea in heart failure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at why people with heart failure or those taking opioid painkillers develop central sleep apnea (pauses in breathing during sleep). Current treatments don't work well, so researchers will test combinations of breathing machines and medications in 200 Veterans. Th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New ultrasound method may predict heart failure treatment success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new heart ultrasound technique, called myocardial work, can predict which patients will respond to cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) for heart failure. Researchers will also establish normal heart ultrasound values in healthy Chinese adults. The …
Sponsor: First Hospital of China Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Blood markers may spot delirium risk in elderly heart patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether certain blood markers can predict delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults with heart failure. Researchers will compare two markers: one for inflammation (SII) and one for blood sugar and fat levels (TyG). They aim to find a simple way to identify h…
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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AI-Powered heart scan study aims to set new standards for heart health
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure a specific heart function index in 2,640 healthy adults and people with heart conditions using AI-enhanced 3D ultrasound. The goal is to establish normal ranges and see how this measurement changes in diseases like heart failure and high blood pressure in …
Sponsor: First Hospital of China Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Iron deficiency may trigger dangerous heart rhythms in heart failure patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 300 adults hospitalized with heart failure to see if iron deficiency (with or without anemia) is linked to abnormal heart rhythms or ECG changes. Researchers will measure iron levels and monitor for arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation or ventricular tachycard…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New registry aims to improve survival in pulmonary hypertension emergencies
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 200 adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension who experience a sudden worsening of right heart failure. Researchers will collect medical data to see how many survive or need a lung transplant within 3 and 12 months. The goal is to identify better ways to …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New tool aims to protect cancer Survivors' hearts
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a computer tool that helps doctors and cancer survivors decide together on the best heart-protective medications and tests. Researchers will enroll 60 cancer survivors at risk for heart problems. The goal is to see if the tool is easy to use and helps people foll…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Could a slower heartbeat boost quality of life for heart patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 40 adults with atrial fibrillation and heart failure to see if lowering their resting heart rate from 100-110 bpm to a more normal level improves exercise ability and quality of life. Participants will do treadmill tests before and after either a cardioversion…
Sponsor: Habib Khan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Heart failure risk models put to the test in egypt
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if three heart failure risk models (MAGGIC, GWTG-HF, and SHFM) accurately predict outcomes like death and hospital readmission in 140 Egyptian patients. These models were developed using mostly Western patients, so they may not work well for Egyptians, who t…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Heart function under the microscope in dialysis patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) to look at how common and how severe diastolic dysfunction—a type of heart stiffness—is in 100 adults with end-stage kidney disease who are on regular hemodialysis. Researchers will also check if certain clinical fact…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:39 UTC
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Heart failure secrets revealed? new study dives deep into genes and proteins
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to better understand heart failure by deeply analyzing the genes, proteins, and other molecules in patients' blood and tissues. Researchers will enroll 500 adults with heart failure and combine detailed clinical data with advanced lab tests. The goal is to find mo…
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:46 UTC
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New study explores digital tools to keep care going in crises
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a hybrid care model—using telemonitoring, teleconsultations, and online tools—can help patients with type 2 diabetes or chronic heart failure get regular care during health emergencies like pandemics. Researchers will follow 180 patients for one year, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:29 UTC
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Heart surgery monitoring under the microscope: is the standard test accurate enough?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two ways of measuring pressure inside the heart during heart surgery: the gold standard (direct left atrial pressure) and a more common indirect method (pulmonary capillary wedge pressure). Researchers want to see if the indirect method is accurate enough …
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Heart risks after stem cell transplants under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 400 people receiving a stem cell transplant to see how often they develop heart problems like heart attacks, irregular heartbeat, or heart failure. Researchers will use heart scans, blood tests, and other tools to find early warning signs. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:45 UTC