New 'Belt' for the heart could help people with leaky valve avoid surgery

NCT ID NCT06479824

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 35 times

Summary

This study tests a new procedure called TRAIPTA for people with a leaky tricuspid heart valve who cannot have standard surgery. The device works like a belt around the heart to reduce the leak. Researchers want to see if it is safe and helps improve symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue. About 60 adults with severe valve leakage will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emory University

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States

  • St. Francis Hospital and Heart Center

    Roslyn, New York, 11576, United States

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