Clinical trials · California
Aortic Valve Stenosis clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 19 recruiting aortic valve stenosis studies with a site in California — including Phase 2 and Phase 2/Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT07276711Recruiting
Protecting brain during TAVR with EmStop device
This trial tests a new device (EmStop) that helps protect your brain during TAVR (a type of heart valve replacement). The device is placed in arteries to catch any debris that might break loose during the procedure, potentially reducing the risk of stroke.
Thousand Oaks, CaliforniaAges 22 years+ - NCT07413965Recruiting
Transcatheter vs surgical valve replacement for severe bicuspid aortic stenosis
This trial compares two ways to replace a narrowed heart valve in people with a bicuspid aortic valve. If you're 50 or older and need a new valve, this study can help figure out which approach works best.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT05172973Recruiting
New valve procedure for failing aortic bioprosthetic valves
This trial studies whether a new transcatheter aortic valve (SAPIEN X4) is safe and works well in people whose previously implanted aortic valve is now failing. It may help reduce valve symptoms in higher-surgery-risk patients who are not good candidates for open-heart valve replacement.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT03003299Recruiting
Valve replacement for failing aortic bioprosthetic valves
This trial studies a new “valve-in-valve” procedure to treat a failing aortic bioprosthetic valve. It may help people improve blood flow through the heart valve and reduce valve-related problems.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT03836521Recruiting
Registry for valve replacement in bicuspid aortic stenosis patients
This registry collects information about adults with severe narrowing of the aortic valve caused by a bicuspid (two-leaflet) valve shape, especially if symptoms are present. It may help doctors better understand who benefits from a catheter-based valve replacement (TAVR).
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 19–129 - NCT04634240Recruiting
Staged heart bypass plus TAVR versus TAVR alone
This study compares doing a staged coronary bypass (revascularization) along with a valve procedure (TAVR) versus doing TAVR and medical treatment alone. It aims to see which approach better helps people with both aortic valve narrowing and coronary artery disease.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT04889872Recruiting
Watchful waiting or TAVR for moderate aortic valve narrowing
This study compares regular monitoring (“clinical surveillance”) versus replacing the aortic valve using a minimally invasive procedure called TAVR for people with moderate aortic stenosis. It aims to see which approach better reduces symptoms or heart damage over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT05459233Recruiting
Testing ultrasound-guided valve settings after valve-in-valve TAVR
This trial compares two ways to check and fine-tune how well a new valve is working after a “valve-in-valve” TAVR procedure. It looks to see whether measurements from ultrasound of the heart (Doppler echocardiography) match results from a catheter test, which could help guide safer, more accurate valve care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05646381RecruitingPhase 2
Drug study to slow hardening of aortic valve disease
This Phase 2 trial tests pelacarsen (TQJ230), a medication that lowers a blood fat called lipoprotein(a), to see if it slows progression of calcific aortic valve stenosis. It may help people whose valve narrowing is starting to become more severe, especially when their lipoprotein(a) level is high.
Covina, CaliforniaAges 50–80 - NCT06455787Recruiting
J-Valve study for leaky aortic valve patients
This study tests a new, less invasive device called J-Valve for people with severe aortic regurgitation (a leaky aortic valve). It is placed through a tube in the leg artery, avoiding open-heart surgery, and may help those who are at high risk for surgery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06608823Recruiting
Comparing surgery vs. the Trilogy valve for aortic regurgitation
This trial compares a new less-invasive valve replacement (Trilogy TAVR) with standard open-heart surgery for people with significant aortic regurgitation. It aims to see which treatment works better for patients who are eligible for both procedures.
Thousand Oaks, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07001800RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Slowing aortic valve disease with ataciguat
This trial tests a new pill, ataciguat, to slow down the progression of moderate calcific aortic valve stenosis (a condition where your aortic valve stiffens). If you have moderate valve narrowing and meet the other criteria, participation could help find a way to delay needing surgery.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT06777368Recruiting
Redo TAVR for failed transcatheter aortic valves
This trial tests a second transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure for patients whose first TAVR valve is failing. It focuses on structural problems inside the valve, not leakage around it.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18–105 - NCT06817148Recruiting
TAVR vs surgery for bicuspid aortic valve disease
This study compares two treatments for severe aortic stenosis in people with a bicuspid aortic valve: transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR, a less invasive procedure) and surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR, open-heart surgery). The goal is to see which approach works better for this specific condition.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT06171737Enrolling by invitation
Shared decision-making for severe aortic stenosis
This study tests a way to help people with severe aortic stenosis make informed choices about treatment. It may help you talk with your heart team about options like valve replacement.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 65–85 - NCT05932615Enrolling by invitation
Testing a new transcatheter valve for aortic valve narrowing
This trial studies how safe and effective the NAVITOR valve is for treating narrowed aortic valves placed through a catheter (no open-heart surgery). It may be an option if you’re at intermediate-to-low surgical risk and meet heart ultrasound/CT measurements.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05386173Recruiting
Tests fetal aortic valve balloon surgery for severe narrowing
This trial studies whether doing a procedure before birth to open a baby’s aortic valve improves outcomes. It compares this approach in a specific group of pregnancies with severe heart flow problems seen on ultrasound.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 5 months–7 months - NCT05172960Recruiting
Study of a new heart valve for severe aortic stenosis
This trial tests a new version of a heart valve (SAPIEN X4) placed without open-heart surgery. It's for people with severe aortic stenosis who have symptoms like shortness of breath or chest pain.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT04408430Recruiting
Valve replacement for severe mitral valve disease in high-risk adults
This trial tests a less-invasive way to treat severe mitral valve problems using a transcatheter valve. It may help people who are too high-risk for standard open-heart mitral surgery by improving symptoms and heart function.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
Aortic Valve Stenosis trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting aortic valve stenosis studies listed above.
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 8 studies
- Stanford University · 7 studies
- University of California, San Francisco · 7 studies
- Sutter Health · 5 studies
- Kaiser Permanente-San Francisco · 4 studies
- Los Robles Regional Medical Center · 4 studies
- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian · 3 studies
- Scripps Health · 3 studies
What taking part in a aortic valve stenosis study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Aortic Valve Stenosis trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there aortic valve stenosis clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 19 recruiting aortic valve stenosis studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a aortic valve stenosis study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a aortic valve stenosis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New aortic valve stenosis studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.