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Prevention study for Syncope
Official title Syncope Trial to Understand Tilt Testing or ECG Recording Tenth Prevention of Syncope Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05776810
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The Study To Understand Tilt Tests versus Extended Recordings (STUTTER, POST 10) will test the hypothesis that first performing a diagnostic HUT in older patients with syncope of unknown cause will provide earlier and more diagnoses than inserting an ICM.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 to 110
You may be able to join if
- age \>50 years old
- ≥1 syncope26 in the prior 12 months
- diagnosis unclear after history, physical exam, and electrocardiogram
- no apparent risk of death due to the cause of syncope
You likely can't join if
- cannot provide informed consent or attend routine follow up
- have known left ventricular ejection fraction \< 50%,or have
- pacemaker, ICD, or ICM
- Class I indication for permanent pacing or ICD implantation
- hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- a history of myocardial infarction within 3 months prior to enrolment
See the full eligibility criteria
- age \>50 years old
- ≥1 syncope26 in the prior 12 months
- diagnosis unclear after history, physical exam, and electrocardiogram
- no apparent risk of death due to the cause of syncope
- cannot provide informed consent or attend routine follow up
- have known left ventricular ejection fraction \< 50%,or have
- pacemaker, ICD, or ICM
- Class I indication for permanent pacing or ICD implantation
- hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- a history of myocardial infarction within 3 months prior to enrolment
- a major chronic co-morbid medical condition that would preclude 12 months of follow-up
- bifascicular block
- epilepsy proven by electroencephalography
- syncope of known cause
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years to 110 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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