Using a heart pump for heart attack patients with a hole in the heart
Part of Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests if a temporary heart pump (IABP) can help patients who have had a heart attack and developed a hole in the wall between their heart chambers. Patients must be in an early, less severe stage of shock.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You have had a recent heart attack (called an acute myocardial infarction)
- You have a hole in the wall between your heart's lower chambers (ventricular septal defect) caused by the heart attack
- Your blood pressure and breathing are mostly stable, but you may have some fluid in your lungs (early shock stage)
- Your kidneys are working normally or only mildly reduced
- You are not on strong medicines to raise your blood pressure
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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