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New treatment option for Heart Failure
Official title Nurse-led Education on Patients With Chronic Heart Failure and Their Informal Caregivers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06545370
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The current study intends to examine the influence of nurse-led education on patients with chronic heart failure and their caregivers, with the goal of optimizing care for both and improving patients\' clinical outcomes.
- 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 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Patients recently hospitalized due to the disease
- Patients and caregivers who are literate in Greek
- Patients and caregivers who provide written informed consent for their participation in the study
- Patients diagnosed with heart failure for at least 6 months
You likely can't join if
- History of psychiatric disease, recent history of alcohol or/and drug abuse, dementia, and Alzheimer\'s disease (for patients and caregivers)
- Absence of an informal caregiver according to their statement
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Patients recently hospitalized due to the disease
- Patients and caregivers who are literate in Greek
- Patients and caregivers who provide written informed consent for their participation in the study
- Patients diagnosed with heart failure for at least 6 months
- Caregivers who have been involved in the care of the patients for at least 6 months
- Patients taking medication according to the guidelines of the European Society of Cardiology
- History of psychiatric disease, recent history of alcohol or/and drug abuse, dementia, and Alzheimer\'s disease (for patients and caregivers)
- Absence of an informal caregiver according to their statement
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Heraklion, Crete, Greece
- Heraklion, Greece
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 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; Heraklion, Greece. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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