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NCT06552637 Synchronized Diaphragmatic Stimulation in Symptomatic Heart Failure

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NCT ID NCT06552637
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor VisCardia Inc.
Condition Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 270 participants
Start Date 2026-04-30
Primary Completion 2028-07

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Synchronized Diaphragmatic Stimulation

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 270 participants in total. It began in 2026-04-30 with a primary completion date of 2028-07.

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Brief Summary

RECOVER HF is a clinical study designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Synchronized Diaphragmatic Stimulation delivered using the VisONE System in the treatment of patients with heart failure.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * NYHA classes II/III on optimal Guideline Directed Medical Therapy (GDMT) * QRS duration ≤ 130 ms * EF≤ 40% Exclusion Criteria: * Baseline 6 minute walk test \> 500 meters or \< 200 meters * NT-proBNP\< 250 if on loop diuretics, or NT-proBNP \< 500 if not on loop diuretics * Supine resting heart rate \> 140 bpm * Systolic blood pressure \< 80 mmHg or \> 170 mmHg * Serum creatinine \> 2.5 mg/dL * Serum hepatic function 3x ULN * Any of the following within the previous 3 months: unstable angina, AMI, CABG, PTCA, CVA/TIA, persistent AF (\> 24 hours), symptomatic NSVT or DCCV * Any inotropic drug treatment within the previous 3 months * Bradycardia (heart rate \< 50 beats/min), atrial arrhythmias with rates \> 100 beats/min, sustained ventricular tachycardia or frequent ventricular ectopy \>10% present during screening * Significant uncontrolled symptomatic bradyarrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, unstable ventricular arrhythmias or frequent ventricular ectopy \> 10% documented within the previous 3 months * Reversible non-ischemic cardiomyopathy * Valvular disease requiring intervention within the next 12 months or presence of significant valve disease as determined by the site cardiologist as: 1. Greater than mild mitral valve stenosis 2. Greater than moderate mitral valve regurgitation 3. Greater than mild tricuspid valve stenosis 4. Greater than moderate-severe tricuspid valve regurgitation 5. Greater than moderate aortic stenosis 6. Greater than moderate aortic regurgitation 7. Greater than mild-moderate pulmonic stenosis 8. Greater than moderate pulmonic regurgitation * Severe primary pulmonary disease, including pulmonary arterial hypertension. PAP sys \>70 mmHg at rest * Severe COPD, other respiratory or lung diseases where FEV \< 50% * Presence of more than small pleural effusion or history of pleural drainage within the previous 6 months * Known history of diaphragmatic paralysis or suspicion confirmed by unilateral or bilateral elevation of the diaphragm on chest x-ray * Pericardial disease * Diabetic neuropathy * Existing diaphragmatic stimulation for respiration assist * Present LVAD, Baroreflex Activation Therapy, Cardiac Contractility Modulation or interatrial shunt devices; temporary mechanical cardiac assist devices (current or within the previous 3 months); or CRT that is indicated or implanted and functional * Contraindications to laparoscopic access to the diaphragm, as determined by the implanting physician * Known intra-abdominal pathology which could increase the risk of laparoscopic access to the diaphragm. * Previous open laparotomy within 1 year * Previous thoracic or abdominal organ transplant * Drug induced immuno-suppression * Body mass index \> 40 * Enrollment in a concurrent investigation / clinical study * Having a life expectancy of \<1 year due to any condition * Pregnant or planning a pregnancy during the study period * Known allergies to implantable device materials * History of systemic infection requiring the use of intravenous antibiotics within the previous 3 months

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Patricia Arand, Ph.D.

✉ arandp@viscardia.com

📞 5034313823

Principal Investigator

Lee R Goldberg, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University of Pennsylvania

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06552637 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06552637 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06552637 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at arandp@viscardia.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06552637 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Philadelphia, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06552637 clinical trial?

NCT06552637 is sponsored by VisCardia Inc.. The principal investigator is Lee R Goldberg, MD at University of Pennsylvania. The trial plans to enroll 270 participants.

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