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LVAD Conditioning for Cardiac Recovery

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NCT03238690 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose of this study is to investigate the potential recovery of heart function in end-stage heart failure patients supported with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) through applying a myocardial conditioning protocol. During myocardial conditioning, LVAD speed is reduced gradually in order to increase the work load of the heart. Multiple previous studies have shown that interventions like this may improve heart function and give patients the opportunity for a better quality of life.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with heart failure undergoing LVAD implantation as a bridge to transplant * Enrolled in the Effects of Mechanical Unloading on Myocardial Function and Structure study (IRB 30622) Exclusion Criteria: * Neither the subject nor the subject's representative is willing to provide written consent for participation * Subjects with adverse events leading to hospitalization during the optimum unloading phase are excluded from participation in the controlled reloading phase
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What it tests

  • Controlled Cardiac Reloading through LVAD Speed Adjustment
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Where

1 site
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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