Freezing out deadly heart rhythms: new device under study

NCT ID NCT06384599

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

Summary

This study tests a device that uses extreme cold to destroy small areas of heart tissue causing ventricular tachycardia, a fast and dangerous heart rhythm. Up to 130 people with recurrent VT will receive the procedure and be followed for 6 months. The goal is to see if the treatment safely reduces episodes of VT and the need for ICD shocks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

VT Cryoablation System (catheter, stylets, and console)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new way to control dangerous heart rhythms and reduce the need for ICD shocks.

What could go wrong

This is an early post-market study, not a large randomized trial. Risks include serious complications like heart perforation, stroke, or need for a pacemaker.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ventricular tachycardia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Essex Cardiothoracic Centre

    Basildon, Essex, SS16 5NL, United Kingdom

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