A Study of Glycemic Control in Left Ventricular Assist (NCT05933161) | Clinical Trial Compass
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A Study of Glycemic Control in Left Ventricular Assist
United States20 participantsStarted 2023-11-10
Plain-language summary
The study is being conducted to understand if the hemoglobin A1c, a measurement of control of blood sugars over a 3-month time, is valid in patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) in place. To understand whether it is an adequate measurement, the investigators will compare the A1c to results from a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) measurement of blood sugars. By monitoring blood sugars continuously, the investigators will also assess whether they can get better control of blood sugars with a CGM, including avoiding low blood sugars.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Prior implantation of contemporary, centrifugal flow LVAD (HeartWare or HeartMate 3) at any time after 2010
* Diagnosis of type II diabetes mellitus
* Any antihyperglycemic regimen
* Greater than 3 months out from LVAD implantation
* Capable of utilizing smartphone device for LibreLink app for uploading glycemic data
* Patients may be enrolled who have preexisting CGM in place.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Type I diabetics
* Unable to return at 3 month evaluation
* Unwillingness to participate
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Average glucose values based on continuous glucose monitoring
Timeframe: 3 months
2
Estimated average glucose (eAG) values based on hemoglobin-A1c lab values
Timeframe: 3 months
3
Estimated average glucose (eAG) values based on fructosamine lab values