Elevate Device for Angioplasty
(ELEVATE III Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new heart device, the Elevate System, to determine its safety and effectiveness for people undergoing high-risk heart procedures like angioplasty, which opens blocked heart arteries. The trial compares the Elevate System to another device, Impella, to identify which performs better. Suitable candidates for this trial include those needing a planned, non-emergency heart procedure to address narrowed heart arteries and who have been recommended for a high-risk intervention by their heart doctors. As an unphased trial, it offers patients the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research and potentially benefit from innovative heart treatment options.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but it mentions that you cannot participate if you need to stop antiplatelet or anticoagulation therapy within 90 days of the procedure. It's best to discuss your specific medications with the trial team.
What prior data suggests that the Elevate device is safe for high-risk percutaneous coronary interventions?
Research has shown that the Elevate device is generally well-tolerated by patients undergoing high-risk heart procedures. Although specific numbers from the Elevate trials are unavailable, its design resembles other devices that assist the heart in pumping blood during complex surgeries. These devices are typically safe when used properly.
The Elevate device is being compared to the Impella device, which is already used and known for its safety in similar situations. While detailed information on side effects specific to the Elevate device is lacking, testing it alongside a trusted device like Impella suggests confidence in its safety. Consulting a healthcare provider is always advisable to understand any potential risks.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
The Elevate System is unique because it offers a new approach to angioplasty by integrating an advanced device specifically designed to enhance blood flow during procedures. Unlike traditional angioplasty methods that rely on balloon inflation to widen arteries, the Elevate device incorporates innovative technology to stabilize and support the artery more effectively. Researchers are excited about this treatment because it promises to improve patient outcomes by reducing complications and potentially shortening recovery times, setting it apart from existing options like the Impella System.
What evidence suggests that the Elevate device is effective for high-risk percutaneous coronary interventions?
Research has shown that the Elevate device, one of the treatments in this trial, appears promising for high-risk heart procedures. Real-world data from the ELEVATE registry indicated a survival rate of 63.3% for patients with similar heart devices. This suggests that the Elevate device could enhance heart function during risky procedures. Designed to assist the heart in pumping blood, the device might improve outcomes for patients undergoing these treatments. Early findings are encouraging, but more information is needed to fully understand its benefits.23678
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for patients needing non-emergency angioplasty on a narrowed coronary artery or bypass graft, where a heart team has deemed high-risk PCI suitable. Participants must consent to the study.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive the Elevate™ percutaneous Left Ventricular Assist Device System during high-risk percutaneous coronary interventions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessment of major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Elevate
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Magenta Medical Ltd.
Lead Sponsor