Smart foot scanner could keep heart failure patients out of hospital
NCT ID NCT05193084
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a device that automatically measures foot volume to help monitor fluid levels in heart failure patients. Researchers wanted to see if it could help doctors adjust diuretic treatment at home and detect early signs of fluid overload before a hospital stay. The study involved 23 patients and focused on gathering initial data to plan larger future trials.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Heartfelt Device (a foot volume measuring device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could help doctors adjust diuretic treatment remotely and detect fluid buildup early, potentially reducing hospital visits for heart failure patients.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study with only 23 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The device's accuracy and usefulness need much larger trials to confirm.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The Manchester Heart Centre Manchester University NHS Foundation
Manchester, United Kingdom