New Pacemakers and Heart Function Study
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares newer pacemaker types to see how well they work and how they affect your heart's pumping ability and valve function over a short period. You'll be monitored closely with heart imaging to understand which pacemaker performs best.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You need a permanent pacemaker for a heart rhythm problem called high-degree AV block (where electrical signals between heart chambers are severely delayed or blocked)
- Your heart's main pumping chamber (left ventricle) must be working at least at 50% capacity
- You are at least 18 years old
- You can have an MRI scan, CT scan, or a special ultrasound called TEE (transesophageal echocardiogram) without problems
- You do not have severe leaking of your tricuspid valve (right side of heart) or severe right heart weakness
- You are stable enough to wait for a permanent pacemaker and do not need temporary emergency pacing right now
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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