Heart valve disorder

This early study tests a robotic catheter system to replace the tricuspid valve in 10 patients with severe leakage (regurgitation) who are too high-risk for open surgery. The robot aims to improve precision and safety while reducing radiation exposure for doctors. The main goal i…

This study tests a new device to replace the mitral valve in people with severe mitral regurgitation (a leaky heart valve) who cannot have standard surgery or a less invasive repair. About 1,056 participants will receive the device and be followed for safety and quality of life. …

This study tests a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program delivered through a custom app for people who have had a heart valve procedure. Participants who choose not to attend center-based rehab are randomly assigned to usual care, the app with self-guided content, or the app …

This study tests whether the Edwards EVOQUE system, a valve replacement delivered through a catheter, can safely and effectively treat tricuspid regurgitation, a condition where the tricuspid valve fails to close properly. Researchers will enroll 500 adults in Europe who are deem…

This 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…

This study looks at whether people with heart failure caused by a treatable problem, like a blocked artery or a faulty heart valve, can safely wait to start certain heart failure medications after the problem is fixed. About 80 adults whose heart function improved after surgery o…

This study compares two stomach-acid-lowering drugs—tegoprazan and rabeprazole—in about 3,300 heart disease patients who take blood thinners and are at high risk for stomach bleeding. The goal is to see if tegoprazan works as well as rabeprazole at preventing serious gut problems…

This study tests a new device called the VDyne System, which is placed inside the heart through a tube in a blood vessel to replace a leaky tricuspid valve. The trial will include 730 people with severe symptoms who have not improved with medication. Researchers will compare the …

This study tests the drug acalabrutinib in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who also have moderate to severe heart failure. Researchers want to see if acalabrutinib causes fewer heart-related side effects compared to other standard treatments. About 60 adults will t…

This trial tests whether using a supraglottic airway (a mask-like device) instead of a breathing tube during heart surgery can reduce lung complications and speed recovery. Adults having elective heart valve surgery or bypass will be randomly assigned to either the nonintubated a…

This study will track 100 people with severe aortic stenosis who receive the Hydra THV heart valve through a less invasive procedure (TAVR). The goal is to see how well the valve works and how safe it is in everyday practice. Participants will be followed for short- and mid-term …

This registry will follow 500 adults with severe aortic stenosis who receive a SAPIEN 3 Ultra Resilia heart valve through a minimally invasive procedure. Researchers will track how well the valve works and how safe it is over 10 years. The goal is to see if this newer valve desig…

This large trial tests two types of intravenous fluids given during heart surgery: hydroxyethyl starch (HES) and balanced crystalloids. The goal is to see which fluid leads to fewer serious kidney problems, such as kidney failure or death. About 1,292 adults having heart surgery …

This study tests a new device, the Medtronic Intrepid™ TTVR System, to replace a leaky tricuspid heart valve without open-heart surgery. It is for people with severe symptoms despite medication. About 1,186 participants will be followed to see if the device reduces complications …

This early study is testing a new device called the TRiCares Topaz, which is threaded through a vein to replace the tricuspid valve in the heart. It is for adults with severe tricuspid valve leakage who are not good candidates for open-heart surgery. The study will check if the d…

This study tests whether a special method to expand a new heart valve during TAVI can reduce harmful thickening of the valve leaflets. About 620 people with severe aortic stenosis who do not have atrial fibrillation will be randomly assigned to either the optimized expansion meth…

This study compares aspirin to the blood thinner warfarin in 1058 people who just had a bioprosthetic heart valve replacement. For 6 months after surgery, participants take either daily aspirin or warfarin. The goal is to see if aspirin is just as safe and effective at preventing…

This study is testing a new type of biological heart valve that features an 'easy change' system, designed to make future replacements simpler. Researchers will implant these valves in 500 people with aortic valve disease and track complications like blood clots, infections, and …

This trial compares two blood products—prothrombin complex concentrate (PCC) and fresh frozen plasma (FFP)—for controlling bleeding in people undergoing heart valve surgery. Doctors use a special test to guide which product to give and measure how quickly bleeding stops. The goal…

This early study is testing a new device called the DUO System, which is placed through a catheter to reduce leakage in the tricuspid valve. The study will include 15 people with severe tricuspid regurgitation who still have symptoms despite medical therapy. The main goal is to s…

This trial tests a special cannula that captures debris during high-risk heart valve surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces the chance of stroke, kidney injury, and delirium. About 842 patients aged 60 and older will be randomly assigned to receive either the new device or a s…

This study follows 550 people who receive Abbott annuloplasty rings or bands during surgery to fix leaky mitral or tricuspid heart valves. Researchers will track survival, need for repeat surgery, and symptom improvement for five years. The goal is to confirm the devices work wel…

This study is testing a new device called the TRiCares Topaz system to replace a leaky heart valve (tricuspid valve) without open-heart surgery. It will enroll 80 adults with severe leakage who are at high risk for traditional surgery. The goal is to see if the device is safe and…

This study tests a device called the Carillon Mitral Contour System in 300 people with heart failure and a leaky mitral valve. The device is placed in a vein to help the valve close better, reducing blood backflow. The goal is to see if it improves symptoms, walking ability, and …

This study tests whether using remote monitoring devices after a heart valve procedure (TAVI) allows patients to safely go home the same day instead of staying in the hospital. 216 adults who are eligible for same-day discharge will be randomly assigned to either standard care or…

This large trial tests whether the sedative dexmedetomidine can prevent long-term memory and thinking problems that often follow heart surgery. Researchers will give the drug to 2,400 adults aged 60 and older during and after their operation, then track their cognitive function f…

This study tests a program called Transition to Cardiac Rehabilitation (T2CR) for Veterans with heart disease who also have other health problems or frailty. The program starts in the hospital and continues at home, helping patients build skills and motivation to do cardiac rehab…

This study tests whether a cardiometabolic clinic can help obese adults with heart disease lose weight and improve health. Sixty participants will receive care from the clinic and be followed for 12 months. Researchers will measure weight loss, body mass index, and fat distributi…

This study tests an artificial intelligence (AI) model that can screen for heart valve disease using standard chest CT scans that people already get for other reasons. The goal is to see how well the AI catches moderate-to-severe cases without needing extra tests or contrast dye.…

This trial tests whether an artificial intelligence tool can help doctors detect undiagnosed atrial fibrillation and structural heart disease from routine electrocardiograms (ECGs). About 1,000 healthcare providers are randomly assigned to either receive AI-generated risk alerts …

This trial is testing a digital stethoscope that uses artificial intelligence to detect clinically significant heart murmurs in emergency department patients. Researchers will enroll 300 adults with symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. The device records heart sounds …

This study tests an artificial intelligence program that analyzes heart rhythm data from a small, wearable patch to estimate how well the heart pumps blood. Researchers will compare the AI's results to standard ultrasound in 2,000 adults. If accurate, this could offer a simpler, …

This study tests whether a portable electronic stethoscope, combined with machine learning, can accurately detect valvular heart disease. About 125 people with and without the condition will use the device and also receive standard heart tests. Researchers will compare the device…

This study is testing a special vest called HALD that records heart and lung sounds. Researchers want to see if the recordings are as accurate as what a doctor hears with a stethoscope. About 200 adults with or without heart or lung conditions will wear the vest during a clinic v…

This study tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) can analyze routine heart tests (ECGs) to find hidden heart problems like weak heart muscle, valve issues, or high lung pressure. About 590 adults without a prior heart disease diagnosis will have ECGs taken with standard mach…

This study is testing whether a simple, non-invasive sensor called photoplethysmography (PPG) — already found in many smartwatches — can accurately predict how well the heart pumps blood (ejection fraction) and other heart health measures. Researchers will have 500 adults wear a …

This study trains non-expert staff in GP practices to perform quick heart ultrasounds on people 65 and older. The goal is to find hidden heart valve disease or heart failure early, especially in diverse communities. Researchers hope this approach can reduce emergency hospital vis…

This study compares two heart imaging methods—echocardiography (ultrasound) and cardiac MRI—to see which measures heart valve disease more accurately. Researchers will enroll 200 adults with suspected moderate or severe valve problems. The goal is to improve how doctors assess va…

This study will give heart ultrasounds to 1050 nursing home residents to see if catching heart problems early reduces flare-ups and unplanned hospital stays. Researchers will also check if the scans are practical and affordable for nursing homes. The goal is to improve heart care…

This study tests whether artificial intelligence can help guide heart ultrasounds in rural and remote Australia, where access to expert imaging is limited. Over 600 adults with heart risk factors or symptoms will receive either AI-guided or standard echocardiography. The goal is …

This study tests whether giving fish oil through a vein during heart surgery can prevent a common complication called atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) and help patients recover faster. About 550 high-risk adults having elective heart surgery will receive either fish oil …

This study is testing whether having a dental checkup before heart valve surgery can prevent serious complications like infection of the heart lining, repeat surgery, or death. About 1,300 adults scheduled for valve surgery will be randomly assigned to either get a dental screeni…

This trial tests whether placing trained nurses in schools can prevent rheumatic heart disease in children aged 5 to 16 in Nepal and Zambia. The nurses will teach about the disease, check for strep throat, and help kids get antibiotics. The study will measure if this approach low…

This study tests whether myofascial release, a gentle hands-on therapy, can help people recover after heart surgery that splits the breastbone. Fifty adults with heart disease will receive either standard physical therapy or standard therapy plus seven daily sessions of myofascia…

This study tests whether a specific nerve block, called the serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block, can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers after minimally invasive heart valve surgery. 90 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block…

This study tests whether giving a numbing medicine (ropivacaine) through chest tubes after heart surgery helps patients recover better than a placebo. About 116 adults having planned heart surgery will take part. The goal is to see if this approach reduces pain and improves overa…

This study aims to develop and test new MRI methods for imaging the heart and blood vessels to improve diagnosis and management of heart disease. It will enroll up to 3,400 adults, including both patients with heart conditions and healthy volunteers. Participants will undergo MRI…

This global registry will follow 800 patients receiving a new, less-invasive tricuspid valve replacement (TTVR) for leaky heart valves. Researchers aim to track complications like pacemaker needs and how well the valve works over time. The study does not test a new drug but gathe…

This study is reviewing medical records from 5,000 heart and blood vessel surgery patients to find factors that influence recovery and survival. Researchers are looking at data from 2001 to 2013 to identify what leads to complications or death after surgery. The goal is to improv…

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

This study tests a new paired-ring sizing tool used during mitral valve repair surgery. The tool measures the length of leaflet coaptation, which is how well the valve leaflets seal. Researchers want to see if this method gives accurate measurements compared to standard echocardi…

This registry will follow 2,500 people who receive Abbott heart devices, such as implants for holes in the heart or replacement heart valves. The goal is to check how safe and effective these devices are when used in everyday hospital practice. Data will be collected from standar…

This observational study tests a new spectroscopic device designed to measure oxygen levels in the heart muscle during open-heart surgery. The goal is to see if the device can safely record this data and how it relates to surgical events and patient parameters. Participants are a…

This study will test new MRI methods to find early signs of heart disease in 1000 adults. Researchers want to see if these scans can detect tiny changes in heart muscle before standard tests do. Participants will have MRI scans and blood work, but no treatment is given. The goal …

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

This study is creating a large database of information from 10,000 adults undergoing heart surgery. Researchers will collect detailed data before, during, and after surgery to identify factors that affect recovery and complications. The goal is to improve risk prediction, persona…

This study at Mayo Clinic looks at how changes in the blood vessels of the lungs affect people with heart valve disease. Researchers will use echocardiograms during routine heart catheterization to measure these changes in 600 adults scheduled for valve procedures. The goal is to…

This study is observing 1,000 adults with multiple or mixed heart valve disease to learn more about how the condition progresses and how it is best managed. Researchers will use heart imaging and blood tests to find markers that predict outcomes. The goal is to create better guid…

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

This study is collecting medical information and blood/urine samples from 9,500 people with various heart and blood vessel conditions, plus healthy volunteers, over 20 years. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose heart disease and predict how patients will do in the future.…

This study examines bacteria living on heart valves in 200 patients having aortic valve surgery. Researchers want to see if these bacteria are linked to serious complications after surgery, like stroke or infection. The goal is to better understand how oral health and heart disea…

This study follows 1,500 people who are scheduled for heart surgery or a less invasive valve procedure. Researchers want to learn what factors predict major heart problems later, like heart failure or stroke. No new treatment is being tested—the goal is to gather information to i…

This study looks at 82 people with severe aortic stenosis who need open-heart surgery to replace their aortic valve. Before surgery, each person gets a CT scan to measure the valve. During surgery, doctors also measure the valve with special tools. The goal is to see which method…

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

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

This study tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help cardiologists read echocardiograms (heart ultrasounds) more quickly and consistently. Researchers will give AI analysis to doctors in real time as they review heart images from 50 participants with valve disease. The …

This study is testing a new device called HemoCept during a standard heart procedure called right heart catheterization. The goal is to see if the device can accurately measure pressure in the heart's blood vessels. About 50 adults with conditions like pulmonary hypertension or h…

This study is a registry that will follow up to 2,700 people who have received or will receive a Medtronic heart valve product during surgery. The goal is to monitor the long-term safety and performance of these devices by identifying any unexpected problems or trends. Participan…

This study watches 150 adults with heart valve problems who are getting a procedure (TAVI or M-TEER) to see if it helps their sleep-disordered breathing. Participants take a sleep test before the procedure and again 6 months later. The goal is to learn how fixing heart valves mig…

This study is looking at how well the Mosaic mitral heart valve works over time in people under 65. Researchers will review medical records of 300 patients who had this valve placed at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. The goal is to understand survival rates, valve stability, and the n…

This study looks at whether a special heart ultrasound measurement, called global longitudinal strain (GLS), can predict if a person will have trouble coming off the heart-lung machine during heart surgery. About 213 adults having planned heart surgery will have their hearts meas…

This study looks at whether measuring a substance called presepsin in the blood during and after aorta surgery can help doctors decide when to use antibiotics. About 50 adults having surgery for a thoracic aortic aneurysm or dissection will take part. The goal is to see if presep…

This study is a large registry that will follow 10,000 people who have had a procedure called TAVR to replace a faulty heart valve. The goal is to see how patients do over the long term in everyday medical practice. No new treatment is being tested; instead, researchers are colle…

This study is following 10,000 adults with heart valve disease to see how their condition changes over time. Researchers will use scans, blood tests, and health records to track progression and the effects of treatments like surgery or medication. The goal is to better predict ou…

This study uses artificial intelligence to analyze data from 21,000 patients who had heart valve procedures. The goal is to make AI tools that can predict surgery outcomes, like which device to use and risks of complications, with over 90% accuracy. This is a non-interventional s…

This registry will track 800 adults with valvular heart disease to see if women and men receive different diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Researchers will compare how quickly each group gets guideline-recommended therapies and whether gender, age, or ethnicity affect ou…

This study looks at whether common blood tests for heart damage (troponin and CK-MB) match what an MRI shows after heart valve surgery. Researchers will enroll 100 adults having aortic or mitral valve surgery. The goal is to improve how heart attacks are diagnosed after surgery, …

This study will follow 10,000 people who come to a clinic in Davos, Switzerland for cardiac rehabilitation after a heart attack, surgery, or other heart problem. Researchers will collect health data, blood samples, and genetic information to understand what helps people recover b…

This observational study will follow 1900 people with moderate mixed aortic valve disease (a combination of aortic stenosis and regurgitation) to see how symptoms and heart function relate to survival and the need for valve replacement. Researchers hope to identify which patients…

This study is following 4,000 people with heart valve disease to look for new substances in the body (called metabolites) that might be linked to the disease. Researchers hope to find better ways to predict who will get worse and understand why. No new treatments are being tested…