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New treatment option for Pulmonary Hypertension
Official title Electrical Impedance Tomography for Assessment of Pulmonary Hypertension
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07453017
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Pulmonary hypertension is a serious and progressive disease that is difficult to treat and diagnose, mainly because its symptoms are nonspecific and often delay recognition. Early diagnosis is a major challenge.
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 a diagnosis or clinical suspicion of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and with a medical indication for right heart...
- Patients evaluated at the Pulmonology Service of InCor-HCFMUSP.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy.
- Structural heart disease, such as atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, or valvular disease.
- Cardiac arrhythmias.
- Presence of a cardiac pacemaker or other implantable electronic device.
- Skin lesions at the thoracic region that would prevent placement of the EIT electrode belt.
- WHO functional class IV of new york heart association (NYAH)..
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with a diagnosis or clinical suspicion of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and with a medical indication for right heart catheterization.
- Patients evaluated at the Pulmonology Service of InCor-HCFMUSP.
- Pregnancy.
- Structural heart disease, such as atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, or valvular disease.
- Cardiac arrhythmias.
- Presence of a cardiac pacemaker or other implantable electronic device.
- Skin lesions at the thoracic region that would prevent placement of the EIT electrode belt.
- WHO functional class IV of new york heart association (NYAH)..
- Inability to perform a voluntary respiratory pause (apnea) of at least 30 seconds or inability to understand and follow instructions required.
- Decline to participate in the study by not signing the informed consent form or refusal by the attending medical team.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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, São Paulo, Brazil. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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