Detecting heart valve disease and heart failure in a diverse community using cardiac ultrasound
Official title: London Valvular Heart Disease and Reduced Ejection Fraction Detection in a Multi-ethnic Community Using Cardiac Ultrasound
Run by Queen Mary University of London · NCT05208567 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if training primary care staff to use quick heart ultrasounds can help find heart valve disease and heart failure earlier in older people from different backgrounds.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Queen Mary University of London Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (London) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 14, 2023 |
| Main results expected | August 2, 2026 |
| Study ends | September 2, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | February 23, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05208567 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 65 and older living in a multi-ethnic community.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, or those receiving palliative care may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of heart valve diseases and left ventricular dysfunction in a multi-ethnic community, particularly focusing on individuals aged 65 and older. The study will train non-expert staff in primary care to perform abbreviated cardiac ultrasounds to facilitate early detection of these conditions. By improving access to diagnostic tools, the study seeks to enhance management strategies for heart valve disease and heart failure, ultimately reducing hospital admissions and improving patient outcomes. The findings will contribute valuable data to address the healthcare needs of a diverse population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to earlier detection and better management of heart valve disease and heart failure, improving patient outcomes and reducing hospitalizations.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in using trained non-expert staff for cardiac ultrasound, indicating a promising approach for early detection of heart conditions.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- Greater or equal to 65 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease or Vascular Dementia * Palliative Care patients.
Where it's running
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St Bartholomews Hospital
London, United Kingdom Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nabila Laskar, MBBS
- Email: nabila.laskar@nhs.net
- Phone: 02073777000
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.