A new pacing approach for people having heart device procedures
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a new way of pacing (electrical stimulation) the heart to help it beat more effectively. It is for people who are already having a heart procedure, like getting a pacemaker or replacing a device battery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You need to have a planned heart procedure, such as getting a pacemaker or defibrillator, replacing a generator (battery change), or another cardiac procedure.
- If you have a pacemaker or defibrillator already, the atrial lead (the wire in the upper heart chamber) must be working properly.
- You must not have permanent atrial fibrillation (constant irregular heartbeat).
- You must not have third-degree heart block without a stable backup rhythm.
- You must not have significant coronary artery disease (blockages over 40%).
- You must be able to receive heparin (a blood thinner), be fluent in English, and be able to give informed consent.
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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