Status:
RECRUITING
Imaging Techniques for Identifying Factors of Sudden Cardiac Death Risk
Lead Sponsor:
Johns Hopkins University
Collaborating Sponsors:
Donald W. Reynolds Foundation
Conditions:
Sudden Cardiac Death
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Brief Summary
Sudden cardiac death is a tragic event that strikes all age groups and is unfortunately increasing in prevalence. Because it is difficult to predict those at highest risk, this study is designed to te...
Detailed Description
Some people with heart disease and a weak heart muscle experience abnormal electrical activity of the heart that may predispose them to sudden death. In light of this risk, it has been recommended tha...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Left ventricular ejection fraction \<or = 35%
- Planned implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) implantation for clinical indications (primary prevention)
Exclusion
- History of sudden death (secondary prevention)
- Contraindication to undergoing MRI (metallic implant, pacemaker, etc.)
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2003
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
July 1 2029
Estimated Enrollment :
400 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00181233
Start Date
October 1 2003
End Date
July 1 2029
Last Update
January 10 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions
Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21287