Early aortic valve surgery versus watchful waiting
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares two approaches for people with a leaking aortic valve but no symptoms: early surgery or careful monitoring (“watchful waiting”). It aims to see which strategy better prevents future heart problems and when surgery is most helpful.
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Who can take part
- You have a leaking aortic valve that is moderate-to-severe or severe (grades 3–4).
- You currently do not have a clear medical reason to need valve surgery right away.
- Your heart pumping function is preserved (left-ventricular ejection fraction above 50%).
- You do not have other significant valve problems (more than mild-to-moderate) or complex heart birth conditions.
- You’re age 18 or older.
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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