Heart attack aftermath: can a PET scan predict who will develop heart failure?
NCT ID NCT02789098
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aimed to understand why some people develop heart failure after a heart attack. Researchers used special PET scans and blood tests to measure blood vessel function and scarring in the heart muscle of 30 patients who had a first heart attack. The goal was to see if these measurements could predict changes in the heart's shape and pumping ability over time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors predict which heart attack patients are at risk for heart failure, leading to better follow-up care.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early-stage study that was terminated, so results are limited. It was designed to gather information, not to test a new treatment.
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CHu de Caen
Caen, Normandy, 14000, France