Heart device study asks: does it save lives at a cost to daily life?

NCT ID NCT06654284

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study follows 400 adults who have or are getting an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to see how the device affects their quality of life over time. Researchers will measure physical and emotional health, device acceptance, and concerns about activity. The goal is to better understand the real-world impact of living with an ICD.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UZ Leuven

    Leuven, Belgium

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