Clinical Research Directory

VDyne Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement Study to Evaluate Safety and Clinical Efficacy in Patients With Symptomatic Severe Tricuspid Valve Regurgitation (TRIVITA Pivotal Trial)

Pivotal trial to evaluate the safety and clinical efficacy of the VDyne System for the treatment of symptomatic severe or greater tricuspid regurgitation.

The EMPOWER Trial - The Carillon Mitral Contour System® in Treating Heart Failure With at Least Mild FMR

The objective of this prospective, randomized, blinded clinical trial is to assess the safety and efficacy of the Carillon Mitral Contour System in treating heart failure with functional regurgitation (FMR).

AI Assisted Screening for VHD Using Routine Chest CT Scans

This is a prospective, multicenter study designed to develop and validate a deep learning model for screening valvular heart diseases using routine, non-contrast chest computed tomography (CT) scans. The primary objective is to evaluate the model's diagnostic performance, with the sensitivity serving as the primary efficacy endpoint. Secondary endpoints will include other performance metrics such as area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC), specificity, and accuracy, etc.

Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of Using the Tendyne Transcatheter Mitral Valve System for the Treatment of Symptomatic Mitral Regurgitation

Prospective, controlled, multicenter clinical investigation with four trial cohorts: Randomized, Non-repairable, Severe Mitral Annular Calcification (MAC) and Severe Mitral Annular Calcification Continued Access Plan (MAC CAP). Subjects in the Randomized cohort were randomized in a 1:1 ratio to the trial device or to the MitraClip system. Subjects in the Non-repairable, Severe MAC, and Severe MAC CAP cohorts were receive the trial device. The objective of the Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of Using the Tendyne Transcatheter Mitral Valve System for the Treatment of Symptomatic Mitral Regurgitation (SUMMIT) was to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Tendyne Transcatheter Mitral Valve System for the treatment of patients with symptomatic, moderate-to-severe or severe mitral regurgitation or for patients with symptomatic mitral valve disease due to severe mitral annular calcification. This randomized controlled trial would provide the opportunity to evaluate the safety and clinical benefits of the Tendyne Transcatheter Mitral Valve System compared to the MitraClip System in patients with symptomatic, moderate-to-severe or severe mitral regurgitation, within approved MitraClip indications. In addition, the safety and effectiveness of the Tendyne Transcatheter Mitral Valve System would be evaluated in patients with severe mitral annular calcification who are at prohibitive risk for mitral valve surgery. Patients who were not suitable for mitral valve surgery for reasons other than severe mitral annular calcification and were also not suitable for transcatheter repair with MitraClip, would be enrolled in the Non-repairable cohort. Subjects would be seen at screening, pre- and post-procedure, discharge, 30 days, 3 months, 6 months, and annually through 5 years.

TRISCEND II Pivotal Trial

Pivotal trial to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Edwards EVOQUE tricuspid valve replacement system

London Valvular Heart Disease and Reduced Ejection Fraction Detection in a Multi-ethnic Community Using Cardiac Ultrasound

Heart Valve Disease and Heart failure contribute to 25% of hospital emergency admissions while heart failure alone has become one of the most common causes for hospitalisation in people over the age of 65. The burden of disease is likely to be high in a multi-ethnic community but there is a paucity of data. Management of heart valve disease requires appropriate surveillance and timely surgery. Similarly heart failure management requires treatment with medications aimed at slowing prevention of symptoms and preventing premature death. The NHS long term plan priorities early detection and treatment of valve disease and heart failure in order to reduce the burden on emergency services and improve the health of the population. Diagnosis is made using cardiac ultrasound, however staff with the required skills-set are critically limited in the community. The investigators will train non-expert staff within primary care to perform abbreviated cardiac ultrasound to detect heart valve disease or heart failure. This will be opportunistic scanning to reduce healthcare footfall. All scans will be reviewed by an expert and the investigators will use the anonymised data to develop machine learning tools to begin working with academic partners to develop tools that can improve the reliability of diagnosis from ultrasound. The investigators hope to identify the proportion with the above conditions in a multi-ethnic community and assess the feasibility of developing a program where staff can be trained for community detection, streamlined referrals can be created bridging the gap between primary and secondary care, reducing hospital emergency admissions, while ensuring patients are managed optimally.

GLS in Difficult CPB Weaning

The goal of this observational study is to learn whether global longitudinal strain (GLS), measured by echocardiography, can predict difficulty separating from cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in adults undergoing elective cardiac surgery. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Can preoperative GLS measurement predict difficult separation from CPB? * Are GLS values associated with outcomes such as intensive care unit (ICU) stay, hospital stay, cardiac biomarkers, or 30-day mortality? Participants will: * Undergo standard cardiac surgery requiring CPB * Have echocardiographic assessments (TTE before and after surgery) * Have their recovery and outcomes monitored, including ICU and hospital stay, postoperative labs, and survival within 30 days

2019-06 TRISCEND Study

Prospective, multi-center study to assess safety and performance of the Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System

Transpacific TAVR Registry

This registry evaluates the long-term outcome of Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in real-world clinical practice.

Evaluation of the Viability and Safety of Early Discharge Protocol After TAVI Implantation

Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of early discharge (24 hours) after transfemoral transcatheter aortic prosthesis implantation (TAVI).

The TRICURE EFS Study

Prospective, multi-center study to assess safety and performance of the TRiCares Topaz Tricuspid Valve Replacement System

Effective Myocardial Protection Time of Del Nido Cardioplegia in Adult Cardiac Surgery

This single-center, prospective, observational cohort study quantifies the effective myocardial protection window of Del Nido cardioplegia during adult open-heart surgery performed under cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and aortic cross-clamp (ACC). Without altering routine care, time-stamped high-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn) measurements will be obtained at predefined intraoperative and early postoperative intervals to identify the inflection ("change-point") at which biochemical evidence of ischemic injury begins to rise. Eighty adults undergoing elective valve and/or thoracic aortic procedures with Del Nido cardioplegia will be enrolled. The primary endpoint is the intraoperative hs-cTn change-point time referenced to ACC. Secondary endpoints include associations between change-point and ACC duration, the presence/timing of any re-dose, and early clinical outcomes (e.g., low cardiac output syndrome, maximum VIS in the first 24 h, new arrhythmia or pacemaker need, acute kidney injury by KDIGO, ventilation hours, ICU/hospital length of stay, 30-day MACE and mortality). All cardioplegia choices (dose, route, temperature, re-dose decisions) remain per standard practice; no experimental therapy is administered. Risks are minimal and limited to small-volume blood sampling coordinated with routine draws.

Echocardiography in Nursing Home

The study seeks to explore the implementation characteristics (acceptability, appropriateness, feasibility, adoption, fidelity, penetration, implementation cost and sustainability) of systematic echocardiography in nursing homes and its impact on rates of heart failure flare-up and unscheduled hospitalization at 12 months among included nursing homes.

Postoperative Intravenous Ferric Derisomaltose for Prevention of Long-term Anemia After Cardiac Surgery

Postoperative anemia is highly prevalent among patients undergoing cardiac surgery and is associated with delayed functional recovery, increased morbidity, and impaired long-term outcomes. Preoperative iron deficiency is common in this population and contributes to inadequate erythropoietic recovery after surgery. Functional iron deficiency frequently develops even in patients without preoperative deficiency due to blood loss, hemodilution, and inflammation-mediated disruption of iron homeostasis. Despite this clinical burden, standardized strategies for postoperative anemia management have not been established. This prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial evaluates whether early postoperative intravenous iron supplementation improves long-term anemia outcomes in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass. Adult patients with preoperative anemia (hemoglobin \<13 g/dL) or iron deficiency (ferritin \<100 ng/mL or transferrin saturation \<20%) will be screened. Eligible participants with postoperative day (POD) 1 hemoglobin \<10 g/dL will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either ferric derisomaltose (20 mg/kg, maximum 1,000 mg) or a matched placebo administered intravenously over 30 minutes on POD 1. All perioperative management outside the intervention follows current institutional standards. The primary outcome is the incidence of anemia at 6 months following surgery. Secondary outcomes include perioperative hemoglobin trends, functional recovery assessed by cardiopulmonary exercise testing and the 6-minute walk test at 6 months, transfusion requirements, postoperative complications including MAKE-90 and STS major morbidity, and changes in biomarkers of erythropoiesis and iron metabolism (erythroferrone, erythropoietin, hepcidin, and iron profile). Blood samples for biomarker analysis are collected at predefined perioperative timepoints. Ferric derisomaltose allows high-dose single-session iron repletion with a favorable safety profile and minimal risk of anaphylaxis when administered slowly. Prior studies in cardiac surgery and heart failure populations support its efficacy and safety at doses up to 20 mg/kg. The intervention is expected to facilitate erythropoietic recovery, reduce the duration of postoperative anemia, and improve long-term functional status. The trial aims to generate evidence to inform postoperative anemia management strategies in cardiac surgery patients.

EFS of the DUO System for Tricuspid Regurgitation

The study is an early feasibility study to measure individual patient clinical outcomes and effectiveness, evaluate the safety and function of the DUO Transcatheter Tricuspid Coaptation Valve System (DUO System).

ENVISION IDE Trial: Safety and Effectiveness of NAVITOR in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation

The objective of ENVISION is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Navitor Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) System for treating patients with symptomatic, severe native aortic stenosis who are considered intermediate or low risk for surgical mortality. The trial will also evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Navitor TAVI System in a valve-in-valve (ViV) application in patients with symptomatic heart disease due to failure of a surgical or transcatheter bioprosthetic aortic valve who are at high or greater surgical risk.

MCNAIR Study: coMparative effeCtiveness of iN-person and teleheAlth cardIac Rehabilitation

Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically recommended program for patients with certain heart conditions. It includes exercise training, health education, and counseling. Unfortunately, many patients do not participate in cardiac rehabilitation. Some find it challenging to attend the in-person sessions. This study aims to compare two methods of delivering cardiac rehabilitation: in-person and through telehealth. The investigators want to know if the effects of these two programs are alike and if certain individuals benefit more from one program over the other.

Antagonization of Heparin With Protamine Sulfate After TAVI

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is now the first therapeutic option offered to high and intermediate risk patients with symptomatic aortic stenosis but even to low-risk, when the aortic valve is tricuspid and the transfemoral approach is suitable. Vascular and bleeding complications are the most frequent procedure-related unwanted events associated with increased short-term morbidity and mortality. Selection of the appropriate vascular access site and pre-closing devices as well as stent implantation mitigate these complications. ACT-guided heparin reaching a target of 300 seconds or more is recommended prior to the placement of the guiding sheath in the common femoral artery. Protamine sulfate is the heparin antidote, which antagonizes 100% of its anti-IIa activity and 60% of its anti-Xa activity. Reversal of heparin using protamine sulfate is recommended for transapical and complicated transfemoral aortic valve placement.However, there is a great heterogeneity of protamine use in daily practice and supportive evidence for the prevention of bleeding complications as well as its safety is lacking. In addition, the radial approach for the second vascular access is more commonly used as well as the use of echo-guided femoral puncture further questioning reversal of heparin when the procedure has been successfully completed without overt bleeding complications. Our study aims to demonstrate the superiority of a strategy of systematic ACT-guided heparin administration followed by systematic antagonization with protamine sulfate over usual of care to reduce in-hospital mortality, vascular/bleeding complications, stroke and transcient ischemic attack, myocardial infarction or red blood cell transfusion, from randomization to hospital discharge

CT-evaluation of Coronary Ostia Height After Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement.

The goal of this interventional, single-center study is to demonstrate if there is a change in the coronary ostia height after surgical aortic valve replacement and if it depends on the type of prosthesis or surgical technique used. The study involves patients undergoing elective surgical aortic valve replacement with a bioprosthesis. Participants enrolled will undergo a CT scan before and after surgery (at least 90 days after surgery) to analyze coronary ostia height.

Effect of Losartan on the Neurohumoral Axis and Ventricular Remodeling of Patients With Severe Aortic Regurgitation Undergoing Valve Surgery.

Why Is This Study Important? The heart has valves that help control blood flow. Aortic regurgitation (AR) is a condition where one of these valves (the aortic valve) doesn't close properly, causing blood to leak back into the heart. Over time, this makes the heart work harder and grow larger (remodeling) to keep up. Many patients with severe AR need valve replacement surgery to fix this problem. After surgery, the heart doesn't have to work as hard, and over time, it can shrink back to a healthier size (reverse remodeling). However, doctors don't know if medications can help speed up or improve this healing process. This study aims to find out if a common blood pressure medication, losartan, can help the heart recover better after surgery. What Do the Investigators Already Know? Doctors often prescribe medications like ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), beta-blockers, and spironolactone to people with heart failure because these drugs help the heart function better and prevent worsening disease. However, these medications haven't been studied in people with valve disease because most major research studies excluded patients with valve problems. Even though there is not strong evidence, many doctors prescribe these medications after valve surgery, assuming they might be helpful. But is that really the case? That's the question this study hopes to answer. What Is This Study About? This study will test whether losartan, a medication often used for high blood pressure, can help hearts recover better after aortic valve replacement surgery. The researchers will compare two groups of patients: * One group will take losartan (50 mg per day) after surgery. * The other group will take a placebo (a pill with no active medication). By comparing these two groups, the study will determine whether losartan helps the heart shrink back to a normal size faster and function better after surgery. How Will the Study Work? Who? 60 patients with severe AR who are having aortic valve replacement surgery. How? Patients will be randomly placed into one of the two groups (losartan or placebo). For how long? Patients will be followed for one year after surgery. What Will Be Measured? Doctors will check patients four times: before surgery, and 1 month, 3 months, and 12 months after surgery. At each visit, the investigators will measure: * NT-proBNP levels: A blood test that tells us how much strain the heart is under. Lower levels mean the heart is recovering well. * Echocardiogram: An ultrasound of the heart to check its size and function. * 6-minute walk test: To see if patients feel stronger and can exercise better. * Quality of life survey: To understand how patients feel physically and emotionally. * Kidney function and electrolyte levels: To check for medication side effects. Why Is This Study Exciting? This is the first study to test whether a medication can help the heart heal better after valve surgery. If losartan proves beneficial, it could change how doctors treat patients after surgery and lead to better recovery, stronger hearts, and healthier lives. Many people with aortic regurgitation have to wait until their symptoms get worse before patients can have surgery. If this study finds that medication can speed up healing, it could help doctors treat valve disease more effectively and improve long-term outcomes for patients. What Happens Next? If losartan is found to be helpful, this study could lead to larger research trials and, eventually, new treatment guidelines for people who have had aortic valve surgery. If it doesn't help, doctors will know not to prescribe it unnecessarily, preventing unnecessary side effects and costs for patients. Either way, the results will help improve care for people with heart valve disease. By participating in this study, patients are helping researchers discover new ways to improve heart health and recovery after surgery.

Korea VHD Echo Study: Surveillance of Aortic, Mitral & Tricuspid Patients - Insights From Real-world Practice

Valvular heart disease (VHD) is a growing public health concern globally, with increasing disease burden and rising interest in advanced treatment strategies such as transcatheter interventions. However, there remains a significant lack of real-world data regarding echocardiography practices, disease prevalence and progression, referral patterns, and treatment pathways. Addressing these gaps is critical for improving patient care and informing clinical decision-making. South Korea provides a unique opportunity to conduct a nationwide retrospective echocardiographic study due to its advanced healthcare infrastructure, high patient volume, and strong tradition in clinical research. The current study aims to evaluate the real-world burden and clinical journey of patients with moderate or severe valvular disease over a 10-year period, based on echocardiographic and electronic medical record (EMR) data collected from multiple tertiary centers across the country.

Paired-Ring Mitral Annuloplasty Ring Sizing Device

The purpose of this study is to evaluate a novel paired-ring mitral annuloplasty sizing system in humans.

The Nordic Aortic Valve Intervention Trial 4 (NOTION-4)

A randomized clinical trial investigating the incidence and temporal dynamics of subclinical leaflet thickening by cardiac CT in transcatheter bioprosthetic aortic valves in patients randomised to different anti-thrombotic strategies. Additionally, this study aims to examine a possible association between HALT and thromboembolic events.

An Exploratory Clinical Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of a Cardiac Surgical Cryoablation System for the Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation

The goal of this prospective, observational study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a cardiac surgical cryoablation system for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. This study will be conducted at Fuwai Hospital in China. A total of 10 subjects with heart valve diseases (e.g., mitral, tricuspid, and aortic valve diseases) requiring surgical treatment and with atrial fibrillation will be enrolled in the study, and all of them will undergo surgical ablation using surgical cryoablation devices (cryoablation clamps and pens) with follow-up visits at 3 and 6 months after the procedure. In this study, the incidence of cardiac and cerebrovascular-related adverse events in the perioperative period and at 6 months after procedure is defined as the primary safety endpoint (all-cause mortality, stroke, systematic embolism, cardiac reoperations, heart failure requiring hospitalization, ablation-related coronary artery stenosis/occlusion, pulmonary vein stenosis, and rate of permanent pacemaker implantation.). The primary efficacy endpoint is the probability of freedom from atrial tachyarrhythmias at 6 months after the procedure. Device ease of use, technical success, ablation procedure time, and assessment of the incidence of device defects are defined as secondary endpoints.