Clinical trial for Ventricular Tachycardia
Official title Cohort Study - SBRT for VT Radioablation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04162171
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if SBRT can reduce episodes of ventricular tachycardia in patients who have not responded to drugs or catheter ablation.
- Who it's for
- It is looking for adults with ventricular tachycardia who have already tried medication and ablation and still have frequent VT.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive a single course of targeted radiation to the heart scar area. They will have imaging, heart monitoring, and follow‑up visits to check heart rhythm and any side effects.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 12 months, with a pre‑treatment visit, the radiation session, and several follow‑up visits over the year.
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Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- Structural heart disease: ischemic or non-ischemic cardiomyopathy diagnosed with cardiac imaging demonstrating either segmental myocardial...
- One of the following monomorphic VT events despite prior attempted catheter ablation (or contraindication for ablation), AND despite treatment with a...
You likely can't join if
- Unable or unwilling to provide informed consent
- Have received prior radiotherapy to the likely treatment field
- Inotrope-dependent heart failure or an anticipated life-expectancy of \< 1 year in the absence of VT
- Presenting arrhythmia: polymorphic VT or ventricular fibrillation (VF)
- Pregnancy
- Active ischemia (acute thrombus diagnosed by coronary angiography, or dynamic ST segment changes demonstrated on ECG) or another reversible cause of...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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?
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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, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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