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12-Year study tracks daily life with heart defibrillators

NCT ID NCT06654284

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study follows 400 people who have or are getting an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to see how their quality of life changes over up to 12 years. Participants fill out questionnaires about physical and emotional health, device acceptance, and concerns about activity and sex. No new treatment is given; the goal is simply to learn more about patients' experiences.

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 study could help doctors better understand how an ICD affects patients' daily life, emotions, and physical activity over many years.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any new therapy, so it cannot directly improve patient health.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 400 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Sep 2025

Expected to finish

Dec 2042

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients with any type of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator implanted and followed at UZ Leuven.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years of age * Patients either scheduled for a new ICD implantation or scheduled for an elective generator change * Willing and able to provide signed written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with a mental disability

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Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UZ Leuven

    Leuven, Belgium

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