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New treatment option for Heart Failure
Official title Cardiac RadiothErapy For hEart faiLure
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06661876
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Preliminary data suggests that patients suffering from advanced refractory heart failure (HF) could benefit from single low dose whole heart external beam radiotherapy (EBRT). Objective: To explore in our center the efficacy of administering a EBRT treatment of 5Gy to the whole heart in patients with advanced and refractory HF.
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 ≥ 18 years
- Advanced refractory HF NYHA class II, III or IV
- Stable HF for the last 6 months with maximal guideline-directed HF therapy
- Ischemic or dilated cardiomyopathy
- LVEF at baseline ≤ 35%
You likely can't join if
- Eligible or in consideration for heart transplantation
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Previous radiotherapy with cardiac involvement
- Any condition that is deemed a contraindication in the judgment of the investigators
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patient ≥ 18 years
- Advanced refractory HF NYHA class II, III or IV
- Stable HF for the last 6 months with maximal guideline-directed HF therapy
- Ischemic or dilated cardiomyopathy
- LVEF at baseline ≤ 35%
- Ability to give a written informed consent and willingness to return for follow-up
- Eligible or in consideration for heart transplantation
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Previous radiotherapy with cardiac involvement
- Any condition that is deemed a contraindication in the judgment of the investigators
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Leuven, Belgium
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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 Leuven, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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