Heart MRI may spot who really needs a lifesaving shock device

NCT ID NCT01076660

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is looking at 400 people with weak hearts who are getting an implantable defibrillator (ICD) to prevent sudden cardiac death. Researchers want to see if detailed heart MRI scans can find structural problems that better predict who will actually have a dangerous heart rhythm. The goal is to improve how doctors decide who needs an ICD, avoiding unnecessary implants and their risks.

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 lead to better ways to identify who truly needs an implantable defibrillator, saving lives and avoiding unnecessary procedures.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find a clear link, and results may not change practice for years.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiomyopathy Death, Sudden, Cardiac dilated cardiomyopathy intrinsic cardiomyopathy ventricular fibrillation ventricular tachycardia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ISCHEMIC CARDIOMYOPATHY NONISCHEMIC CARDIOMYOPATHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Christiana Care Health Services
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Newark, Delaware, 19718, United States
Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions
RECRUITING

Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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