New CT scanner for heart failure patients
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses a newer type of CT scanner (called photon counting CT) to take detailed pictures of the heart in people who have heart failure. It might help doctors see the heart's blood vessels and any scar tissue more clearly, especially when an MRI isn't possible for you.
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Who can take part
- You have heart failure, either sudden or long-lasting.
- You need a CT scan to look at your heart's blood vessels and check for scar tissue.
- You cannot have an MRI (for example, because of a pacemaker or other metal in your body).
- You are willing and able to sign a form saying you agree to join the study.
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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