Right heart pacing study for pulmonary hypertension
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a temporary pacemaker placed in the right heart chamber can improve heart function in people with pulmonary arterial hypertension. It aims to see if pacing can help the right heart pump more efficiently, potentially reducing symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are being evaluated or treated for pulmonary arterial hypertension and need a right heart catheterization.
- You have functional class 2 or 3 symptoms, meaning you can do daily activities but may get short of breath with exertion.
- You do not have certain heart rhythm problems or a pacemaker/defibrillator already.
- You are not on parenteral or subcutaneous (injected under the skin) therapies for your pulmonary hypertension.
- You are not pregnant and do not have bleeding or clotting issues that would make catheterization risky.
- Your heart's left side functions normally (ejection fraction at least 50%).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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