LUX-Dx ICM Sensor Data Collection for Heart Failure
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to collect data from a special heart monitor, the LUX-Dx ICM, to improve understanding of heart failure. The device, implanted in the body, tracks heart activity. The trial seeks individuals who have experienced heart failure symptoms, such as shortness of breath or fatigue, and have had a heart issue diagnosis for more than a year. Participants should not have other active electronic devices implanted and must be willing to use a mobile app for monitoring. As an unphased trial, this study offers participants the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research that could enhance future heart failure treatments.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that the LUX-Dx ICM device is safe for heart failure patients?
Research has shown that the LUX-Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) is generally well-tolerated by patients. Early studies examined the safety of inserting the device and its effectiveness in remotely monitoring heart rhythms. These studies suggested that the device rarely causes serious side effects. However, patients with the LUX-Dx ICM should avoid certain treatments, such as diathermy (a type of heat therapy), as they could harm the device. Overall, existing evidence supports the safety of the LUX-Dx ICM for monitoring heart conditions, and it is already used in patients at risk for abnormal heart rhythms.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the LUX-Dx ICM Implant for heart failure because it offers a novel approach to monitoring heart health. Unlike traditional treatments that primarily focus on alleviating symptoms or improving heart function through medication, the LUX-Dx ICM Implant is a small, implantable device that continuously collects detailed heart data. This real-time monitoring capability allows for the early detection of changes in heart function, potentially leading to timely interventions. By offering insights that are not available through standard diagnostics, the LUX-Dx ICM Implant could revolutionize how physicians manage and treat heart failure.
What evidence suggests that the LUX-Dx ICM device is effective for heart failure?
Research shows that the LUX-Dx ICM Implant serves as a tool to monitor heart health. Early results indicate that the device is safe to insert and can be used for remote monitoring and adjustments. This capability might help track heart conditions without frequent hospital visits. Other studies have found that remote monitoring can improve heart health, such as lowering the risk of death. The device's sensors collect information that could help manage heart failure more effectively.25678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Scott Solomon, MD
Principal Investigator
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Elaine Wan, MD
Principal Investigator
Columbia University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for heart failure patients in NYHA Class II or III. Eligible participants must have specific echocardiography findings and elevated BNP/NT-proBNP levels, a recent hospitalization for heart failure, or unscheduled IV therapy within the last year. They should be willing to use an ICM mobile app and not have any other active electronic medical devices implanted.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive the investigational LUX-Dx ICM device and data is collected for diagnostic purposes
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Investigational LUX-Dx ICM Implant
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Boston Scientific Corporation
Lead Sponsor
Michael F. Mahoney
Boston Scientific Corporation
Chief Executive Officer since 2016
MBA from Wake Forest University, BBA in Finance from the University of Iowa
Kenneth Stein
Boston Scientific Corporation
Chief Medical Officer since 2020
MD from Harvard Medical School, MMSc in Clinical Investigation from Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology