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PPC vs Observation for Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants (PIVOTAL Trial)
PIVOTAL Trial Summary
This trial is a randomized controlled trial, which is the best way to determine if one treatment is better than the other.
PIVOTAL Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowPIVOTAL Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.PIVOTAL Trial Design
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- My infant is under a do not resuscitate order or we are considering limiting intensive care.My baby can be enrolled in the study within 5 days of their heart test, and they are 7-32 days old.My baby was born between 22 and 27 weeks of pregnancy.I have a genetic condition like Trisomy 18.I have a blood clot in my heart that could affect medical device placement.I have high blood pressure in the lungs due to a heart issue.I have a serious birth defect, but not a small hole in my heart.You weighed at least 700 grams (about 1.5 pounds) at birth.My parents or guardian do not speak English or Spanish.Your PDA (patent ductus arteriosus) is larger than 4 mm at its narrowest part.You have a high score on an echocardiogram (ECHO) test called the "PDA Score."My infant is scheduled for surgery.I have a throat or airway abnormality.My PDA score is below 6 but can be re-evaluated for eligibility between 7-30 days after birth.The length of your PDA (patent ductus arteriosus) is less than 3 millimeters, which is not suitable for using the Piccolo™ device according to FDA guidelines.My baby is currently too unstable for a specific heart procedure but could be eligible if their condition improves within 30 days of birth.I have a disorder affecting my muscles and nerves.I was born with a lung condition.I am currently being treated for an infection.I am receiving treatment for a severe abdominal condition.
- Group 1: Primary Comparator
- Group 2: Secondary Intervention
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept participants who are over fifty years of age for this examination?
"This research requires participants who are between 7 and 32 years of age."
Is there a possibility of my participation in this clinical trial?
"This study seeks to enrol 240 neonates between 7 and 32 days of age with a patent ductus arteriosus. To qualify, infants must have been born within the 22-week+0 day (220/7 weeks) through 27-weeks+6 day (276/7 weeks) gestational window; weigh at least 700 grams; be mechanically ventilated when consenting and randomizing; exhibit an ECHO score of 6 or greater on their HSPDA ("PDA Score"); and randomization must occur within 5 days postnatal from obtaining the qualifying ECHO."
Which Canadian health care centers have been assigned to this medical investigation?
"At present, 23 sites are permitting the enrollment of patients. These include Seattle, Sacramento and Ann Arbor along with 20 additional cities. To minimize travel costs associated with participation in this study it is advisable to enroll at a site near your residence."
Are there any vacant spots available for participants in this experiment?
"As per the information provided on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical research is not in need of participants at present time. Initially posted March 1st 2023 and last updated September 15th 2022, there are currently 14 other investigations recruiting volunteers."
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