Pediatric Heart Failure study: MedlyPeds App
Official title MedlyPeds Feasibility Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07556185
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the MedlyPeds app can help monitor children with heart disease and find out which types of patients might benefit most.
- Who it's for
- Children with heart failure, congenital or acquired heart disease, pulmonary hypertension, or who have had heart surgery, and their parents.
- What's involved
- Participants will use the MedlyPeds app on their phone, give feedback, and share information with doctors and researchers.
- Time commitment
- Up to 30 children will be enrolled for a short period to test the app and provide feedback; specific visit details are not provided.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 8 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Consent provided.
- Aged 8-18 years of age.
- Ability to comply with using Medly (ex. able to stand on the weight scale, able to answer symptom questions, etc.)
- Heart failure of any etiology
- Congenital heart disease
You likely can't join if
- Unable to read or write in English.
- Participating in another clinical trial that may confound the results.\ \ Participant may be re-screened for eligibility at a later date.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Consent provided.
- Aged 8-18 years of age.
- Ability to comply with using Medly (ex. able to stand on the weight scale, able to answer symptom questions, etc.)
- Heart failure of any etiology
- Congenital heart disease
- Acquired heart disease (eg. Kawasaki disease, rheumatic heart disease, connective tissue disorders etc)
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Post-cardiac surgery including heart transplant and ventricular assist devices
- Unable to read or write in English.
- Participating in another clinical trial that may confound the results.\ \ Participant may be re-screened for eligibility at a later date.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Toronto, Ontario, 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, 8 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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