Pacemaker that thinks for itself could ease heart failure
NCT ID NCT04774523
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a pacemaker feature called AutoAdapt that automatically adjusts timing settings to help the heart pump better. It involved 198 people with heart failure who needed a special pacemaker. The goal was to see if this smart feature improves symptoms, reduces hospital stays, and boosts quality of life compared to standard settings.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- BIOTRONIK AutoAdapt algorithm (pacemaker feature)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could improve heart function and quality of life for people with heart failure who need a special pacemaker.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study, but results may not apply to all heart failure patients. The feature may not provide significant benefit over standard settings.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Dr Francisco Javier Garcia
Burgos, Castille and León, 09006, Spain
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