Clinical trials · Cincinnati, OH
Heart failure clinical trials in Cincinnati
We’re tracking 34 recruiting heart failure studies with a site in or near Cincinnati — including Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Cincinnati
- NCT07131631Recruiting
MitraClip for leaky heart valve in heart failure patients
This trial tests if the MitraClip device helps people with heart failure and a leaky mitral valve. It uses a special MRI to check how the heart responds to treatment.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06736574RecruitingPhase 3
Study of omecamtiv mecarbil for chronic heart failure with very weak heart pump
This study tests an investigational medicine (omecamtiv mecarbil) for people with chronic heart failure and very low pumping strength. It looks at whether the drug can help prevent heart failure events or the need for stronger treatments.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–85 - NCT06310031Recruiting
Testing BrioVAD heart pump for severe heart failure
This trial tests a new left-ventricular assist device (LVAD) called BrioVAD for people with advanced heart failure who are not getting enough benefit from medicines. If you qualify, the device is implanted to help your heart pump blood.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–100 - NCT06378632Recruiting
Heart failure monitoring app study
This study tests a smartphone app that listens to your voice to detect early signs of heart failure worsening. It aims to help you avoid hospital stays by catching problems sooner.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 22 years+ - NCT05714085RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Vericiguat study for children with heart failure
This trial tests whether vericiguat helps children with chronic heart failure caused by weaker left heart pumping. It also checks safety and how the medicine behaves in the body (dose and processing).
Cincinnati, OhioAges 4 weeks–17 years - NCT06677060RecruitingPhase 3
Study of baxdrostat plus dapagliflozin for heart risk in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether a new drug called baxdrostat, when added to the diabetes medicine dapagliflozin (Farxiga), can prevent heart failure and heart-related death in people with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and existing heart or blood vessel disease. You may be able to join if you have type 2 diabetes, heart or blood vessel disease, high blood pressure, and at least one extra risk factor for heart failure.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 40 years+ - NCT07207811RecruitingPhase 3
Coramitug for heart failure caused by ATTR amyloidosis
This trial tests a new medicine called Coramitug for people with heart failure due to ATTR amyloidosis, a condition where abnormal proteins build up in the heart. The study aims to see if Coramitug can improve heart function and quality of life.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04592445Recruiting
Nerve ablation for right-sided symptoms in HFpEF heart failure
This trial tests a procedure to “turn off” the right greater splanchnic nerve to improve symptoms in people with HFpEF (heart failure with preserved pumping function). If successful, it may reduce shortness of breath and fluid congestion in daily life.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 40 years+ - NCT07188805RecruitingPhase 3
Finerenone for children with heart failure
This study tests a new medicine called finerenone (a pill) to see if it helps children with heart failure who have a weak pumping heart. It compares finerenone to a placebo (a pill with no medicine) while both groups continue their usual heart treatments.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6 months–17 years - NCT06898515Recruiting
Fluid removal study for acute heart failure patients
This trial tests a device designed to safely remove extra fluid from patients hospitalized with worsening heart failure. It may help those who are not responding well to standard water pills (diuretics).
Cincinnati, OhioAges 22 years+ - NCT06526195Recruiting
A study of CardioMEMS and HeartMate 3 for advanced heart failure
This trial tests if a combination of a tiny lung-artery pressure sensor (CardioMEMS) and a mechanical heart pump (HeartMate 3) is safe and effective for people with advanced heart failure. If you qualify, you'll either get the heart pump plus standard medical therapy, or continue with standard therapy alone and have your pressure monitored remotely.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06307652RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new heart failure and kidney treatment combo
This study tests a new combination of two medicines (balcinrenone and dapagliflozin) for people with heart failure and reduced kidney function. The goal is to see if this combination helps improve heart and kidney health better than current treatments.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–130 - NCT06008197RecruitingPhase 3
A study of finerenone for hospitalized heart failure patients
This trial tests a medication called finerenone to see if it helps people hospitalized for heart failure live longer and have fewer heart-related problems. It may be an option for those with a certain type of heart failure where the heart's pumping strength is mildly reduced or normal.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT00271180Recruiting
Tracks long-term performance of Medtronic heart devices
This study follows how well certain Medtronic heart devices work over the long term. You may be included if you have a qualifying Medtronic implant and the research team can reliably get your implant and follow-up information.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT07795814RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new medicine for heart failure with preserved pumping function
This study tests an investigational medicine called EDG-15400 for people with a type of heart failure where the heart muscle is stiff and doesn't relax properly, even though the pumping function is normal. The goal is to see if the medicine improves symptoms and daily functioning.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 30–84 - NCT01790152Recruiting
Dexrazoxane study to monitor heart damage in cancer survivors
This study tests dexrazoxane (DRZ) to see how it affects blood and heart-related “biomarkers,” or measurable signs of heart damage, after cancer treatment. It mainly targets survivors who may be at risk for cardiomyopathy (heart muscle weakness) or related heart failure.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT07567001RecruitingPhase 3
Testing NNC0487-0111 for Heart Failure and Obesity
This study tests whether a new medication called NNC0487-0111 can help people with heart failure who also have obesity. Researchers will compare it to a placebo (inactive pill) to see if it improves heart function and overall health.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07574593Recruiting
Heart Failure Sensor Implant Study
This study tests a small sensor placed in a vein to help monitor and manage heart failure. The sensor tracks fluid buildup in your heart and may help doctors adjust your treatment to keep you feeling better and out of the hospital.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06174103Recruiting
BiVACOR total artificial heart early feasibility study
This study tests a new total artificial heart called BiVACOR for people with severe heart failure that cannot be helped by standard pumps. It is designed to keep you alive while you wait for a heart transplant.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–70 - NCT04141605Enrolling by invitation
Heart transplant candidates matched for better heart preservation
This study creates a worldwide registry and information database to help improve how donor hearts are preserved for transplant. If you are a heart transplant candidate, your details may be recorded to see what matching and preservation approaches work best.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT05650658Recruiting
Compare two heart pacing options in people with weak heart function
This trial compares two types of “left-side” heart pacing to see which one works better in people with weak heart pumping. It may help guide the best pacing choice for improving heart function and symptoms.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04278404Recruiting
Drug safety study for children already on certain medicines
This study measures how certain medicines move through the body and checks their safety in children. It may help doctors better understand dosing and side effects in kids who are already receiving these treatments, or in some kids who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Cincinnati, OhioAges birth–20 years - NCT03523416Recruiting
Shunt device for heart failure with reduced pumping function
This trial studies a small device placed in the heart to create a passage that may help relieve pressure and improve symptoms in people with heart failure and a weak pumping function. It aims to see if the device is safe and helpful for daily life.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07232030Recruiting
Barostim device for heart failure treatment
This trial tests a device called Barostim, which is implanted under the skin to stimulate nerves that help control heart failure. It's for people with mild to moderate heart failure whose symptoms are not fully controlled by medications.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+
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Heart failure trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Cincinnati
Institutions with a site for the recruiting heart failure studies listed above.
- The Christ Hospital · 5 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
- Centerville, OH Investigative Site 10119
- Christ Hospital
- Christ Hospital Lindner
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center ( Site 0034)
What taking part in a heart failure 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting heart failure studies in Ohio.
Common questions
- Are there heart failure clinical trials near Cincinnati?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 34 recruiting heart failure studies with a site near Cincinnati, 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 heart failure study near Cincinnati?
- 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 Cincinnati to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Cincinnati, 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 heart failure 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.
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