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Heart Failure Clinical Trial in Nashville, TN

Access cutting-edge heart failure treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Nashville. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Nashville

    Convenient for TN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Nashville site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Heart Failure Study in Nashville

This is a randomized trial of protocolized diuretic therapy guided by urinary sodium compared to structured usual care in ED patients with AHF. Participants will be recruited following an initial standard evaluation in the ED and randomized in a 1:1 fashion to structured usual care or protocolized diuretic therapy guided by urinary sodium.

Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Emergency Department diagnosis of Acute Heart Failure (AHF)
Any one of the following: i. Chest radiograph or lung ultrasound consistent with AHF ii. Jugular venous distension iii. Pulmonary rales on auscultation iv. Lower extremity edema v. S3 gallop
\> 10 pounds of volume overload physician estimate or historical dry weight
IV diuretic ordered or planned to be during first 24 hours of ED or inpatient stay

Exclusion Criteria

End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) requiring dialysis
Need for immediate intubation
Acute Coronary Syndrome - presentation consistent with myocardial ischemia AND new ST-Segment elevation/depression
Temperature \> 100.5ºF
End Stage Heart Failure: transplant list or ventricular assist device
Concurrent use of ototoxic medications including intravenous aminoglycosides and cisplatin
Systolic Blood Pressure \< 90 mmHg at time of consent
LV outflow obstruction, severe uncorrected stenotic valvular disease or sev

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Nashville?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04481919) has an active research site in Nashville, TN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Heart Failure Treatment Options in Nashville, TN

If you're searching for heart failure treatment options in Nashville, TN, this clinical trial (NCT04481919) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Nashville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced heart failure specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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