Abbott Medical Devices
Clinical trials sponsored by Abbott Medical Devices, explained in plain language.
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Heart device under surveillance: 500 patients tracked for safety
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 500 people who received the Amplatzer PFO Occluder, a device that closes a small hole in the heart called PFO. Researchers tracked serious complications within 30 days and longer-term issues like stroke or blood clots over 3 years. The goal was to confirm the …
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Heart rhythm breakthrough? new ablation device shows promise for AFib
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested a new catheter and generator system designed to treat paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib) — a common heart rhythm problem. The device uses pulsed field ablation (PFA) to target and destroy tiny areas of heart tissue causing the irregular rhythm. 188 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Wireless pacemaker shows promise for Dual-Chamber pacing
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new type of pacemaker that doesn't use wires (leads) to help both the upper and lower chambers of the heart beat in sync. It involved 464 people with slow heart rhythms who needed a pacemaker. The main goals were to see if the device was safe and worked well a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Wireless pacemaker shows promise in large trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new type of pacemaker that doesn't need wires (leads) to connect to the heart. It was implanted directly into the heart in over 1,200 people with slow heart rhythms. The goal was to see if it is safe and works well. The study found that most patients had no se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New balloon could keep leg arteries open longer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special balloon coated with the drug everolimus to treat blockages in the leg's main arteries. The balloon is inflated inside the artery to push the blockage open and release the drug to help prevent the artery from narrowing again. The trial included 75 peopl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New balloon could unclog heart stents without extra metal
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special balloon coated with the drug everolimus in 51 people whose previously placed heart stents had become blocked again. The balloon is inflated inside the artery to deliver the drug directly to the blockage, aiming to keep the artery open. The main goals w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New heart procedure aims to tame atrial fibrillation without drugs
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new device called the Volt PFA System, which uses pulsed field ablation to treat atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. Researchers enrolled 392 people with symptomatic AF that didn't respond to medication. The goal was to see if the procedur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New heart valves show promise for severe stenosis in indian patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two new heart valves (Portico and Navitor) in 30 Indian patients with severe aortic stenosis, a condition where the heart's main valve narrows. The goal was to see if the valves are safe and work well. Researchers tracked complications and heart function for up …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New Clot-Busting catheter shows promise in leg vein blockages
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how well the JETi device works in real-world settings to remove blood clots from deep leg veins (venous thrombosis). The device uses suction and tiny water jets to break up and remove clots. In 121 patients, the device successfully cleared at least 75% of the…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New catheter system tested for safer heart defect repair
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new delivery system for implanting devices that close holes in the heart, such as PFO and ASD. It involved 254 patients and measured how well the system worked and how safe it was. The goal was to confirm that the system performs well in real-world use.
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New heart ablation device shows promise for common irregular heartbeat
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new system that uses electrical pulses to treat a type of irregular heartbeat called paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF). The system includes a special catheter and generator designed to safely and effectively stop the faulty signals causing the condition. 150…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New clip fixes leaky heart valve without open surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the MitraClip device in 51 people in China with a leaky heart valve (mitral regurgitation). The device is inserted through a vein in the leg and clips the valve to reduce leakage. The goal was to see if the procedure is safe and effective, with recovery typicall…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New Clot-Busting device tested in hong kong
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device called the JETi system to remove blood clots from veins or arteries in the arms or legs. It included 12 adults of Asian descent in Hong Kong. The goal was to see how well the device cleared clots and if it caused serious side effects like bleeding or re…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Heart valve clip shows promise for heart failure patients in Real-World study
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device called MitraClip in 162 heart failure patients with a leaky mitral valve (mitral regurgitation). The device is clipped onto the valve to reduce leakage. The goal was to see if it is safe and effective in real-world conditions. All patients had severe sy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Heart valve study shows strong safety in chinese patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how safe and effective Abbott's Regent mechanical heart valve is for Chinese patients needing a new aortic valve. Researchers followed 200 adults who received the valve to track valve-related deaths and the need for repeat surgery. The goal was to confirm the…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New device tackles tough leg artery blockages in japanese patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special device called the Orbital Atherectomy System in 81 Japanese adults with hardened blockages in their leg arteries. The device was used to safely remove calcium buildup and improve blood flow. The goal was to see if the device works well enough to be app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New study tests simpler method for spinal cord stimulator placement
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different methods for placing a spinal cord stimulator (SCS) lead in people with chronic back pain. One method uses the patient's sensation of tingling (paresthesia) to guide placement, while the other uses the spine's natural midline as a guide. Sixty adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New heart monitor algorithm put to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well a new heart monitor (Assert-IQ) detects atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in people who have had a heart ablation procedure. 151 participants wore the monitor as part of their normal care. Researchers compared the monitor's readings to a s…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Heart monitor registry tracks safety in nearly 2,000 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tracked 1,826 people who received a small implantable heart monitor (Confirm Rx) to check for irregular heartbeats. Over 12 months, researchers recorded how often the device caused serious problems and how well it worked in daily life. The goal was to see if the monito…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Smartwatches and rings may help predict pain relief from spinal implants
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether wearable devices like the Apple Watch and Oura Ring, along with digital surveys, can predict outcomes for chronic pain patients receiving spinal cord stimulation. Twenty-eight adults with long-term pain were implanted with Abbott's spinal cord stimulator…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Heart device registry enrolls 5,000 patients to monitor Real-World outcomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed registry study followed over 5,000 people with heart rhythm disorders who received Abbott devices during standard procedures. The goal was to collect real-world data on safety and how well the devices work. No new treatments were tested; instead, the study observed…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New mapping technique may improve pacing for heart failure patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 18 heart failure patients with a specific heart block to find the best spots for pacing the heart's natural electrical system. Doctors used a 3D mapping system during device implant to see where pacing corrects the heart's rhythm. The goal was to gather infor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC