1242 Participants Needed

Portico Valve for Aortic Stenosis

(PORTICO-IDE Trial)

Recruiting at 69 trial locations
KS
Overseen ByKimberly S Behning
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)
Approved in 3 JurisdictionsThis treatment is already approved in other countries

Trial Summary

Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?

The trial protocol does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you have a known hypersensitivity or contraindication to aspirin, heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), or clopidogrel (Plavix), you may be excluded from the trial.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.

What data supports the idea that Portico Valve for Aortic Stenosis is an effective treatment?

The available research shows that the Portico Valve is an effective treatment for aortic stenosis. A study on the Portico Valve's use in real-world settings found positive outcomes two years after the procedure. Another study highlighted the system's design improvements over earlier valve systems, which help reduce complications. Additionally, a comparison study showed promising results for the Portico Valve's performance against another valve system, the SAPIEN XT, in patients with small aortic annuli. These findings suggest that the Portico Valve is a reliable option for treating aortic stenosis.12345

What data supports the effectiveness of the Portico Valve treatment for aortic stenosis?

Research shows that the Portico Valve, used in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), has been successful in treating patients with severe aortic stenosis, with positive outcomes observed up to two years after the procedure. The system is designed to address complications seen with earlier valve models, and studies have reported promising results in terms of its performance and safety.12345

What safety data is available for the Portico Valve for Aortic Stenosis?

The Portico Valve has been evaluated in several studies. The CONFIDENCE registry, involving 1001 subjects, reported a 30-day all-cause mortality rate of 2.6%, cardiovascular mortality of 2.1%, and disabling stroke rate of 1.8%. A new pacemaker was needed in 19% of subjects. Another study with 169 patients using the FlexNav delivery system showed a 30-day all-cause mortality rate of 4.7% and a 1-year rate of 10.7%. The FlexNav system has improved procedural safety and accuracy, with a low rate of moderate paravalvular leak and permanent pacemaker implantation. However, a systematic review noted that there is still limited conclusive evidence on post-procedure safety outcomes.46789

Is the Portico Valve for Aortic Stenosis safe for humans?

The Portico Valve has shown low rates of safety events in studies, with successful implantation in most cases and low mortality and stroke rates at 30 days. However, some patients required a new pacemaker, and there were moderate rates of vascular complications and kidney injury.46789

Is the Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve System a promising treatment for aortic stenosis?

Yes, the Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve System is a promising treatment for aortic stenosis. It is a new type of heart valve that can be placed without open-heart surgery, which is helpful for patients who are at high risk for surgery. The Portico valve is self-expanding, meaning it can adjust itself to fit well in the heart, and it can be repositioned if needed during the procedure. Studies have shown that it works well in patients with severe aortic stenosis, and it has been used successfully in real-world settings.12346

How is the Portico Valve treatment different from other treatments for aortic stenosis?

The Portico Valve is unique because it is a self-expanding, resheathable, and repositionable transcatheter valve, which allows for adjustments during the procedure, unlike some other valves that are balloon-expandable and not repositionable. This feature can potentially improve the precision and safety of the valve placement in patients with severe aortic stenosis.12346

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial is testing a new heart valve replacement device for patients with severe heart valve issues who are too high-risk for traditional surgery. The device is inserted through a blood vessel, making the procedure less invasive.

Research Team

Rajendra R. Makkar, MD | Cedars-Sinai

Raj Makkar

Principal Investigator

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Gregory P Fontana MD, Cardiac Surgery ...

Gregory Fontana, M.D.

Principal Investigator

Los Robles Regional Medical Center

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults over 21 with severe symptomatic aortic valve stenosis who are at high or extreme risk for surgery, as determined by specific health criteria and consultations. Participants must be able to attend follow-up visits, have certain heart function classifications (NYHA II-IV), and an aortic annulus size of 19-27mm. Exclusions include recent heart attacks, certain valve abnormalities, blood disorders, uncontrolled coronary artery disease, kidney failure on dialysis, active infections within the past six months, life expectancy less than one year due to other diseases.

Inclusion Criteria

Doctors agree surgery is too risky for me due to high chances of death or serious harm.
I have severe aortic valve stenosis confirmed by an echo test within the last 60 days.
I have symptoms of aortic stenosis and my activity is somewhat to severely limited.
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Exclusion Criteria

I have a history of heart bypass surgery that may affect treatment access.
I have a heart valve implant or severe heart valve issues.
I have severe heart failure requiring medication or mechanical support.
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive the Portico Transcatheter Heart Valve or any FDA-approved TAVR System

30 days
Baseline, peri- and post-procedure, at discharge or 7 days post-procedure

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

5 years
30 days, 6 months, 12 months, and annually through 5 years

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Portico Re-sheathable Transcatheter Aortic Valve System
Trial Overview The PORTICO trial tests the safety and effectiveness of the St Jude Medical Portico Transcatheter Heart Valve in patients with severe aortic stenosis who are not good candidates for traditional surgery. The study compares this new device against commercially available transcatheter valves using transfemoral (through the leg) and alternative delivery methods.
Participant Groups
4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Randomized IDE Cohort, Portico ValveExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Portico transcatheter aortic valve and Portico delivery system. Status: ACTIVE, NOT ENROLLING.
Group II: Nested Valve-in-Valve RegistryExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Subjects who have documented failed aortic surgical valve prosthesis and are deemed eligible to receive a transcatheter Portico valve Status: ACTIVE, ENROLLING.
Group III: FlexNav Delivery System StudyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Portico transcatheter aortic valve and FlexNav delivery system Status: ACTIVE, NOT ENROLLING
Group IV: Randomized IDE Cohort, CAVActive Control1 Intervention
Any FDA approved, commercially-available transcatheter aortic valve (CAV). Status: ACTIVE, NOT ENROLLING.

Portico Re-sheathable Transcatheter Aortic Valve System is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:

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Approved in United States as Portico with FlexNav TAVR System for:
  • Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis in high-risk and extreme-risk patients
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Approved in European Union as Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve System for:
  • Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis in high-risk and extreme-risk patients
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Approved in Canada as Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve System for:
  • Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis in high-risk and extreme-risk patients

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Abbott Medical Devices

Lead Sponsor

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Findings from Research

The self-expanding Portico valve demonstrated comparable hemodynamic performance to the balloon-expandable SAPIEN XT valve in a study of 22 patients, with no significant differences in transaortic gradients or effective orifice areas after one month.
Both valves showed similar rates of severe prosthesis-patient mismatch and paravalvular leaks, indicating that the Portico valve is a safe alternative for patients with severe aortic stenosis and small annuli.
Self-expanding Portico Valve Versus Balloon-expandable SAPIEN XT Valve in Patients With Small Aortic Annuli: Comparison of Hemodynamic Performance.Del Trigo, M., Dahou, A., Webb, JG., et al.[2017]
In a study of 90 high-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis, the Portico transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) showed a high procedural success rate of 97.8% and low all-cause mortality rates of 4.4% at 1 month, 6.7% at 12 months, and 7.8% at 24 months.
The procedure demonstrated significant improvements in echocardiographic measurements, such as reduced aortic valve peak velocity and pressure gradients, indicating its efficacy in alleviating symptoms and improving heart function.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation with the Portico Valve: 2-Year Outcomes of a Multicenter, Real-World Registry.Didagelos, M., Ninios, V., Kakderis, C., et al.[2023]
The Portico TAVI system demonstrated significant and lasting improvements in aortic valve function in high-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis, with a low all-cause mortality rate of 3.6% at 30 days and 13.8% at 1 year among 222 patients studied.
At 1 year, 74.8% of patients showed improvement in their functional status, indicating that the Portico TAVI system is both safe and effective for treating severe aortic stenosis in elderly patients.
Treatment of Aortic Stenosis With a Self-Expanding, Resheathable Transcatheter Valve: One-Year Results of the International Multicenter Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation System Study.Linke, A., Holzhey, D., Möllmann, H., et al.[2019]

References

Self-expanding Portico Valve Versus Balloon-expandable SAPIEN XT Valve in Patients With Small Aortic Annuli: Comparison of Hemodynamic Performance. [2017]
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation with the Portico Valve: 2-Year Outcomes of a Multicenter, Real-World Registry. [2023]
Treatment of Aortic Stenosis With a Self-Expanding, Resheathable Transcatheter Valve: One-Year Results of the International Multicenter Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation System Study. [2019]
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Using the Portico System: 10 Things to Remember. [2018]
The Portico transcatheter aortic valve for the treatment of severe aortic stenosis. [2019]
Procedural safety of transcatheter aortic valve replacement with Portico valve: a systematic review. [2023]
Procedural Safety and Device Performance of the Portico™ Valve from Experienced TAVI Centers: 30-Day Outcomes in the Multicenter CONFIDENCE Registry. [2022]
Real-Life Performance and Clinical Outcomes of Portico Transcatheter Aortic Valve with FlexNav Delivery System: One-Year Data from a Single-Center Experience. [2023]
Improved transfemoral accessibility and positioning of the Portico transcatheter heart valve with the new FlexNav delivery system. [2021]
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