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New treatment option for Heart Failure
Official title Effect of Resistance Training in Patients on the Waiting List for Heart Transplant
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06426173
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The present longitudinal, randomized, and blinded clinical trial aims to: Evaluate the effects of resistance training on the functional capacity, quality of life, and cardiac biomarkers of hospitalized patients with heart failure (HF) on the waiting list for heart transplantation (HTx). Evaluate the associations between Fried's frailty classification and functional capacity responses to resistance training.
- 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 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- patients included in heart transplant list ≤1 month
- hemodynamically stable in the last 48 hours defined as mean arterial pressure (MAP) ≥ 60 mmHg and ≤ 120 mmHg and - Heart rate (HR) ≥ 60 bpm and ≤ 120...
- dobutamine dose ≤ 10 mcg/kg/min
You likely can't join if
- heart failure of arrhythmogenic and/or restrictive etiology
- presence of uncontrolled acute arrhythmias
- cognitive, orthopedic, or neuromotor changes that prevent functional tests from being carried out
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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