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New treatment option for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
Official title To Test an e-Health Educational Intervention Patients With an ICD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06667505
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Role of the implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is to monitor heart rate and discharge a small electrical discharge or shock if the heart rate becomes life threatening. Patients and family members have requested more information about their ICD, how it works and how to live well with the device.
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
- Patients with heart failure awaiting or with an ICD (no time restriction on implantation)
- No cognitive impairment Caregivers:
- Have contact with the patient at least 5 times per week.
- Be physically and mentally capable of participation (self-assessment) Healthcare professionals:
- Daily care of patients with heart failure and an implantable cardioverter defibrillator
You likely can't join if
- Patients, judged by their Cardiologist as physically or mentally unsuitable to complete the study.
- Patients or caregivers lacking capacity to give consent.
- Patients who have known pregnancy
- Caregivers who's patient is unwilling to take participate
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with heart failure awaiting or with an ICD (no time restriction on implantation)
- No cognitive impairment Caregivers:
- Have contact with the patient at least 5 times per week.
- Be physically and mentally capable of participation (self-assessment) Healthcare professionals:
- Daily care of patients with heart failure and an implantable cardioverter defibrillator
- Involved in the care of a patient using the Choice-ICD intervention
- Patients, judged by their Cardiologist as physically or mentally unsuitable to complete the study.
- Patients or caregivers lacking capacity to give consent.
- Patients who have known pregnancy
- Caregivers who's patient is unwilling to take participate
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Belfast, County Antrim, United Kingdom
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
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 Belfast, County Antrim, United Kingdom; Glasgow, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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