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Heart Failure Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

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

Sponsored by Tufts Medical Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA 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 Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Heart Failure Study in Boston

This study aims to determine, via skeletal muscle ultrasound (US), the extent, timing and relationship between skeletal muscle mass loss and outcomes after orthotropic heart transplantation (OHT) and left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation amongst patients with cardiogenic shock. Advanced therapies such as OHT and VADs in the heart failure (HF) population may promote skeletal muscle mass and subsequent quality of life, but there is a lack of literature assessing muscle mass changes in HF patients before and after advanced therapies using US imaging. Therefore this observational study will provide further insight into the 1) changes in lean body mass during critical illness and 2) the feasibility of using bedside US to assess lean body mass in the inpatient setting.

Sponsor: Tufts Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Over 18 years of age
Ejection fraction \<40%
Cardiogenic shock defined by clinical criteria (including any of: lactate \>2.5 mmol/L, systolic blood pressure \<90 mmHg, acute kidney or liver injury, or cardiac index \<2.1 on hemodynamic monitoring) plus the clinical requirement for at least one pressor, inotrope, or temporary mechanical circulatory support device (MCSD)

Exclusion Criteria

History of LVAD or other durable ventricular assist device
An identified clinical disorder associated with skeletal muscle weakness/wasting (e.g., muscular dystrophy, mitochondrial disorder, active cancer, modified Rankin score greater or equal to 4 post-stroke
Chronic enteric and parenteral nutrition support patients Intubation or prior history of heart transplantation are not exclusion criteria if the inclusion criteria are otherwise met.

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 Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06253104) has an active research site in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA

If you're searching for heart failure treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06253104) 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 Boston 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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