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POTS - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome Clinical Trial in Richmond, VA

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Sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University

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About This POTS - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome Study in Richmond

Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a common and disabling disorder among adolescents. No epidemiologic data exist to support the often cited 0.5 to 2% prevalence. Case series suggest 3 to 5 times greater incidence in girls than boys. POTS is defined in children as daily chronic symptoms of orthostatic intolerance and a 40 bpm rise in heart rate in the first 10 minutes of a tilt study in the absence of orthostatic hypotension. POTS often develops after an acute event like an illness, infection, immunization, head trauma, psychological trauma or surgery. Natural history data are absent for POTS, though some outcome studies exist. Orthostatic symptoms improve in the majority and heart rate changes improve in 38% at 1 year. A 2-year follow up showed small improvement in comorbid symptoms of POTS in a 12 subject cohort followed yearly. In a pediatric 5-year outcome follow up questionnaire study, 86% of adolescents with POTS reported resolved, improved, or intermittent, symptoms, with primarily physical rather than mental health complaints.

Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

symptomatic ≥ 40 bpm rise in heart rate in the first 10 min of a tilt table study without a drop in blood pressure
Clinical symptoms of orthostatic intolerance

Exclusion Criteria

Pregnant or breastfeeding
Cognitive defects that preclude answering questionnaires or following assessment directions
Other chronic diseases
Unstable medical conditions
Use of narcotics
Limited English proficiency
Investigator discretion that participant would not be suitable to participate
A phone older than 5 years old or unable to support EMA software POST INFECTION Inclusion Criteria:
acute upper respiratory or gastrointestinal infection that required admission to the acute care units but not requiring an ICU stay Exclusion Criteria:
Pregnant or breastfeeding
Chronic prescriptions, history of POTS or orthostatic symptoms, recent inpatient psychiatric admissions, substance use disorder, trauma such as a motor vehicle accident, surgery, or other significant physical or emotional trauma in the last 5 years
Cognitive defects that preclude answering questionnaires or following assessment directions
Other unstable chronic diseases
Unstable medical conditions
Use of narcotics
Severe depression or anxiety (untreated / unstable)
Limited English proficiency
Investigator discretion that participant would not be suitable to participate
A phone older than 5 years old or unable to support EMA software HEALTHY CONTROLS Inclusion Criteria:
Apparently healthy with no known chronic illnesses Exclusion Criteria:
Pregnant or breastfeeding
History of POTS or orthostatic symptoms, migraines, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, PTSD. Functional gastrointestinal disorders, fainting, dysmenorrhea, or other chronic pain syndrome, inpatient psychiatric admissions, substance use disorder, trauma such as a motor vehicle accident, surgery, or other significant physical or emotional trauma in the last 5 years
Cognitive defects that preclude answering questionnaires or following assessment directions
Other chronic unstable diseases
Unstable medical conditions
Use of narcotics
Severe depression or anxiety (untreated / unstable)
Limited English proficiency
Investigator discretion that participant would not be suitable to participate
A phone older than 5 years old or unable to support EMA software

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Richmond?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06616363) has an active research site in Richmond, VA 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.

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