Relative Importance of Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Echocardiographic Parameters Affecting Left Atrial Strain

Launched by YONSEI UNIVERSITY · Nov 26, 2022

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This clinical trial is studying a specific measurement called left atrial reservoir strain (LARS) in people who have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). The researchers want to find out if LARS can help predict the severity of heart failure and how it compares to other traditional risk factors, like blood pressure and cholesterol levels. They hope to better understand how different factors affect heart health, especially for patients with this type of heart failure.

To participate, you need to be at least 20 years old and have a diagnosis of heart failure. However, if you have certain heart conditions, such as a low ejection fraction (less than 50%) or specific heart rhythm issues, you won't be eligible. If you join the study, expect to have your left atrial reservoir strain measured, which is a relatively simple test that helps assess how well your heart is functioning. The trial is currently looking for participants and is open to all genders.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Participants with ICD-10 code of heart failure (I50) from August 2021 to July 2022
• • 20-year-old or higher age
• • Participants who are available to measure left atrial reservoir strain
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Left ventricular ejection fraction \<50%
• • Supraventricular arrhythmia (e.g. atrial flutter/fibrillation, atrial tachycardia)
• • Participants who are given pacemaker or ICD implantation procedure