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New treatment option for Mitral Regurgitation
Official title Cephea South America Feasibility Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07244939
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The objective of this study is to evaluate the preliminary safety and effectiveness of the Cephea Mitral Valve System for the treatment of symptomatic patients with mitral valve disease (including mitral regurgitation, mitral stenosis and mixed mitral valve disease) in whom transcatheter therapy is deemed more appropriate than open heart surgery.
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
- Mitral valve disease resulting in mitral regurgitation (MR ≥ Grade III) and/or severe mitral valve stenosis (mitral valve area ≤ 1.5cm²) per American...
- LVEF ≥ 30%
- In the judgement of the Site Heart Team, transcatheter therapy is deemed more appropriate than open heart surgery Key
You likely can't join if
- Prior surgical or treatment treatment that interferes with the Cephea valve delivery or function
- Need for emergent or urgent surgery
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- São Paulo, Brazil
- Santiago, Chile
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 São Paulo, Brazil; Santiago, Chile. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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