Testing heart ultrasound in older adults with weak heart pumping
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial uses a heart ultrasound test to find people who may have weak heart pumping function, especially in a multi-ethnic community. It may help improve how doctors detect this condition earlier using ultrasound images.
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Who can take part
- Be 65 years old or older
- You should not have a known diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease
- You should not have a known diagnosis of vascular dementia
- You should not be receiving palliative (comfort-focused) care
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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