Can a simple body scan predict heart transplant success?
NCT ID NCT03373279
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a device that measures body composition (bioelectrical impedance spectroscopy) can help predict complications after a heart transplant. Researchers followed 69 adult heart transplant patients for one year, tracking changes in muscle and fat. The goal was to see if these measurements could identify patients at higher risk for problems like rejection, kidney injury, or longer hospital stays.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive way to assess malnutrition and frailty in heart transplant patients, helping doctors identify those at higher risk for complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study that only looks for associations, not a treatment trial. The findings may not apply to all heart transplant patients or lead to changes in care.
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Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75246, United States