Biomarkers and pregnancy history for heart failure prognosis
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether certain substances in the blood and your history of pregnancy complications can help predict the course of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (a type of heart failure where the heart pumps well but doesn't relax properly). It may help doctors better understand and manage this condition in older women.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 60 and 74 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (a type where the heart pumps normally but doesn't fill with blood properly).
- You have had at least one pregnancy that lasted 20 weeks or longer (about 5 months).
- You are willing and able to sign a consent form to participate.
- You have not had past heart problems like a heart attack, stroke, or cancer treatment involving the chest area.
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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