Gut Bacteria Transplant for Heart Failure in Older Adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria can help older adults with heart failure that has a preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Researchers think the gut microbiome may play a role in heart function and hope this treatment could improve symptoms and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- Age 60 or older
- Diagnosed with HFpEF (heart failure with preserved ejection fraction) confirmed by heart imaging and blood tests
- Have gastrointestinal symptoms along with heart failure symptoms
- Take stable heart failure medications for at least 1 month with no recent changes
- No severe kidney disease, active infections, or recent heart surgery
- Not currently in an acute heart failure crisis requiring emergency treatment
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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