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A Randomized Trial of Lenient Versus Strict Arm Instruction Post Cardiac Device Surgery

RecruitingPhase 4Ages any - anyAllOttawa Heart Institute Research Corporation
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose and objectives of this study is to investigate whether reducing the existing arm restrictions on patients who receive Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIED) will result in an improved patient experience post operatively and reduce complication rates. There are multiple and varied arm restriction instructions given to patients receiving CIED's with limited universally accepted protocols or advice on restrictions for patients following surgery. Restrictions such as arm immobilization, showering and weight lifting, in addition to contradictory advice between various hospitals and physicians, can negatively affect patient quality of life and increase patient anxiety with no current evidence for benefit. A cluster cross over randomized trial has been designed to test the comparative effectiveness of lenient vs strict arm restrictions for all patients receiving implantable

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * all patients undergoing device surgery which includes implantation of at least one new endovascular lead Exclusion Criteria: * Standalone CIED generator replacement * Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators * Leadless endocardial pacemakers * Temporary permanent pacemakers
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What it tests

  • Lenient Arm Restriction
  • Strict Arm Restriction
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Where

1 site
University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Canada
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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