Comparing two procedures for a failed heart valve replacement
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to fix a heart valve replacement that is no longer working well. One option is to remove the old valve and put in a new one, and the other is to place a new valve inside the old one.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a heart valve replacement that is not working well and is causing symptoms like shortness of breath or fatigue.
- Your doctors have agreed that you could have either procedure: removing the old valve or placing a new one inside it.
- You are willing to come back to the hospital for all follow-up visits after the procedure.
- You must be at least 18 years old (or the legal age in your country to consent).
- You cannot have an active infection in your blood or heart, severe dementia, or be pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the next year.
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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