A new tool for placing heart devices through a small incision
PeriPath: A Single Incision Delivery Tool for Epicardial Pacing and Defibrillation: Phase 2
This study is testing a new, less invasive way for doctors to place heart devices directly on the heart using a tiny camera, which could make it safer and easier for babies and young kids with heart rhythm problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pericor, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bethesda, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10694084 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a minimally-invasive tool that allows doctors to place pacing and defibrillation devices directly on the heart's surface through a single small incision. The approach aims to improve safety and effectiveness by using an endoscope for direct visualization, which reduces the need for more invasive surgeries like sternotomy or thoracotomy. By testing this tool in a controlled setting, the researchers hope to demonstrate that it can provide a safer alternative for infants and young children with heart rhythm issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are infants and young children with congenital heart disease requiring pacing or defibrillation.
Not a fit: Patients with heart rhythm abnormalities who are not infants or young children may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and less painful procedures for young patients needing heart devices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that similar minimally-invasive techniques can be effective, suggesting potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Bethesda, United States
- Pericor, LLC — Bethesda, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Opfermann, Justin — Pericor, LLC
- Study coordinator: Opfermann, Justin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.