Can we predict who will need their heart device? new study aims to find out.
NCT ID NCT00733590
First seen Jan 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study follows 1500 people with heart failure who have an implantable defibrillator (ICD) to prevent sudden cardiac death. Researchers want to learn why some people are at higher risk than others by looking at heart structure, electrical signals, genetics, and blood proteins. The goal is to better identify who truly benefits from having an ICD replaced.
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Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States
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University of Maryland Medical Center
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
RECRUITINGRichmond, Virginia, 23298, United States
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Washington Hospital Center
RECRUITINGWashington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States
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