Is NCT07232030 recruiting in Kansas City, MO?

Yes, NCT07232030 is currently recruiting participants at its Kansas City, MO location. This heart failure clinical trial is actively enrolling qualified participants.

How do I join the heart failure clinical trial in Kansas City?

To join this clinical trial in Kansas City, complete the eligibility form on this page. A study coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps and determine if you qualify.

Is participation in this Kansas City clinical trial free?

Yes, all study-related care is provided at no cost to qualified participants. Many studies also offer compensation for time and travel expenses.

Heart Failure Clinical Trial in Kansas City, MO

About This Heart Failure Study in Kansas City

The purpose of BENEFIT-HF is to demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of Baroreflex Activation Therapy (BAT) with the Barostim System in participants with heart failure, defined as NYHA Functional Class II or III, LVEF \< 50% and NT-proBNP \< 5,000 pg/mL despite being treated with Guideline-Directed Medical Therapies (medications and devices). It includes demonstration that treatment with the Barostim System, relative to usual care medical management, reduces the rate of all-cause mortality and Heart Failure Morbidity (Cardiac Transplant, Durable LVAD, or Worsening Heart Failure Events).

Sponsor: CVRx, Inc.

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age 18 years or above

NYHA Functional Class II or III heart failure symptoms at the time of screening

Left ventricular ejection fraction \< 50% within 6 months of consent

Heart failure accompanied by either:

Screening local lab NT-proBNP ≥ 400 AND \< 5,000 pg/mL or a BNP ≥100 AND \< 1,250 pg/mL, adjusted for BMI in a stable outpatient setting OR

A documented Worsening Heart Failure Event in the 6 months prior to or concurrent with consent, AND an NT-proBNP \< 5,000 pg/mL or BNP \< 1,250 pg/mL, adjusted for BMI in a stable outpatient setting. Note: If participant is taking sacubitril/valsartan (i.e. Entresto®), NT-proBNP must be used for screening eligibility. NT-proBNP and BNP to be adjusted for BMI using a 4% reduction per BMI unit over 25 kg/m2.

On optimal, maximally tolerated Guideline Directed Medical Therapy (GDMT) (medications and devices) per current country specific guidelines (e.g. US follows AHA/ACC guidelines, Germany follows DGK/ESC guidelines) for the treatment of heart failure, when appropriate, throughout screening/baseline evaluation and for at least 4 weeks prior to consent:

No more than a 100% increase or a 50% decrease of the dosage of any one medication other than an oral diuretic.

Medication changes within a drug class are allowed as long as the equivalent dosage is within the limits specified above.

Unrestricted changes in oral diuretics are allowed.

For participants with LVEF between 40-50%, SGLT2 inhibitors and mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs) are encouraged and should be initiated before consent when possible.

Six-minute hall walk (6MHW) ≥ 100 m AND ≤ 450 m within 15 days after consent.

If female and of childbearing potential, must have a negative pregnancy test within 15 days after consent.

Be an appropriate candidate for the trial and the surgical procedure as determined by the investigator or designee and the surgeon.

Have signed an informed consent form for participation in this trial.

Exclusion Criteria

Any contraindications to Barostim as noted in Instructions for Use.

An existing device which contraindicates Barostim specifically or unipolar therapy in general.

Advanced heart failure defined by any of the following:

AHA/ACC Stage D heart failure.

Two or more NT-proBNP results \>5,000 pg/mL or BNP \>1,250 pg/mL in a stable outpatient setting within 3 months prior to consent. If participant is taking sacubitril/valsartan (i.e. Entresto®), NT-proBNP must be used for screening eligibility.

Current or prior continuous or intermittent intravenous positive inotrope therapy.

Has received, is receiving, or scheduled to receive LVAD therapy.

Solid organ or hematologic transplant or currently being evaluated for cardiac transplant.

Serum estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) \< 20 mL/min/1.73 m2 or has end-stage renal disease.

Recurring symptomatic hypotension.

Life expectancy less than one year.

An inappropriate trial candidate as evidenced by at least one of the following:

Has received or is receiving chronic dialysis.

Is within WHO groups 1, 3, 4, or 5 pulmonary hypertension.

Severe COPD or severe restrictive lung disease requiring chronic oral steroid use or any oxygen use.

Heart failure secondary to a reversible cause, such as cardiac structural valvular disease, acute myocarditis and pericardial constriction.

Active malignancy with the exception of non-melanoma skin cancers.

Infiltrative cardiomyopathy (e.g. cardiac amyloidosis).

Any other serious medical condition that may adversely affect the safety of the participant or validity of the trial, in the opinion of the investigator.

Any of the following within 3 months prior to consent:

Myocardial infarction

Unstable angina

Percutaneous coronary intervention (e.g. PTCA)

Cerebral vascular accident or transient ischemic attack

Cardiac arrest

Surgical cardiac intervention (e.g., CABG, cardiac ablation, valve replacement, CRT/ICD implantation, IPG battery replacements)

Surgery planned to occur within 45 days of the Barostim implant procedure. This includes pacemaker or ICD implants or battery replacements.

Enrolled and active in another clinical trial (e.g. device, pharmaceutical, or biological) unless approved by the CVRx Clinical Research department.

Unable or unwilling to fulfill the Protocol medication compliance and follow-up requirements, for reasons including but not limited to an unresolved history of alcohol or substance abuse or psychiatric disorder. Participant is a member of a vulnerable population who, in the judgment of the investigator, is unable to give Informed Consent for reasons of incapacity, immaturity, adverse personal circumstances or lack of autonomy. This may include individuals with mental disability, persons in nursing homes, impoverished persons, persons in emergency situations, homeless persons, nomads, refugees, and those permanently incapable of giving informed consent. Vulnerable populations also include university students, subordinate hospital and laboratory personnel, employees of the Sponsor, members of the armed forces, and persons kept in detention.

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 Kansas City?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07232030) has an active research site in Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City, MO

If you're searching for heart failure treatment options in Kansas City, MO, this clinical trial (NCT07232030) 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 Kansas City 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all heart failure clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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