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New treatment option for Methamphetamine Use
Official title Rural Community Peer Partnerships for Improving Methamphetamine-Associated Heart Failure Screening and Engagement
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06461962
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of PEER-Heart is to implement and assess feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of a community peer-facilitated screening for methamphetamine-associated heart failure (MAHF) and linkage to evidence-based cardiology care for people who use methamphetamine in rural areas.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patient-defined regular use of methamphetamine in the last year
- Any methamphetamine use in the past 30 days
- Age 18 years or older
- No client-reported diagnosis of heart failure
- Able to communicate in English
You likely can't join if
- Self-reported engagement in medical care for heart failure in past 6 months.
- Actively taking medications for heart failure.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patient-defined regular use of methamphetamine in the last year
- Any methamphetamine use in the past 30 days
- Age 18 years or older
- No client-reported diagnosis of heart failure
- Able to communicate in English
- Screen positive for potential methamphetamine-associated heart failure (MAHF) defined as B type natriuretic peptide (BNP) ≥50 pg/ml, or QRS width ≥120ms, or presence of any clinical heart failure symptoms
- Self-reported engagement in medical care for heart failure in past 6 months.
- Actively taking medications for heart failure.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Portland, Oregon, United States
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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