Sound waves aim to boost heart health in amyloidosis patients

NCT ID NCT04667494

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a special ultrasound treatment, combined with a contrast agent, can improve blood flow and heart function in people with cardiac amyloidosis. Researchers will measure changes using PET scans and echocardiograms. The trial includes 70 participants with and without amyloidosis to see how the therapy affects the heart.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Sonotherapy (high mechanical index ultrasound with intravenous Definity contrast)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive way to improve heart blood flow and function in people with cardiac amyloidosis.

What could go wrong

This is a small early pilot study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply widely. The therapy is experimental and risks are not yet fully known.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

AL amyloidosis Amyloid Neuropathies, Familial wild type ATTR amyloidosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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