Heart scarring scans may predict patient outcomes
NCT ID NCT02352129
First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looked at 262 people with dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart is enlarged and weak. Researchers used special MRI scans to measure scarring (fibrosis) in the heart muscle. They wanted to see if the amount of scarring could help predict serious events like death, need for a heart transplant, or hospitalization. The goal is to improve how doctors forecast patient outcomes beyond current methods.
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Assistance Publique Hopitaux de Marseille
Marseille, 13354, France
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