Clinical trial Recruiting at 223 sites Observational

Evaluating long-term performance of Medtronic cardiac devices

Official title: Medtronic CRDM Product Performance Report

Run by Medtronic · NCT00271180 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how well Medtronic heart devices, like pacemakers and defibrillators, work over the long term for people who have recently received or are about to receive one of these implants.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment20000 (estimated)
SponsorMedtronic
Industry-sponsored
Locations338 sites (Birmingham, Alabama and 337 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1983
Main results expectedDecember 2040
Study endsDecember 2040
Registry record updatedNovember 4, 2026
Trial IDNCT00271180 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who are indicated for the implantation of Medtronic cardiac devices or those who have recently undergone such an implantation.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are not receiving a Medtronic device or who are inaccessible for follow-up 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 long-term reliability and performance of Medtronic's marketed cardiac therapy products, including devices for pacing, sensing, and defibrillation. It involves analyzing the survival probabilities of various Medtronic cardiac rhythm products, such as implantable cardioverter defibrillators and pacemakers. Eligible participants include those who are indicated for implant or are within 30 days post-implant of a Medtronic device. The study will gather data from multiple locations to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of product performance.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term effectiveness and reliability of cardiac devices, potentially improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies evaluating the performance of cardiac devices have shown success, indicating that this approach is supported by prior research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Subjects who meet the following inclusion criteria and do not meet any of the following exclusion criteria are eligible for enrollment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subject or appropriate legal guardians provide written informed consent and/or authorization for access to and use of health information as required by an institution's IRB/MEC/REB

AND one of the following must also apply:

* Subject is indicated for implant or within 30 days post-implant of at least one Medtronic market-released product used for a pacing, sensing or defibrillation application
* Subjects who participated in a qualifying study (IDE) of a Medtronic market-released product with complete implant and follow-up data and subject or appropriate legal guardian authorizes release of subject study data

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subjects who are, or will be inaccessible for follow-up
* Subjects with exclusion criteria required by local law (EMEA only)
* Subjects receiving an implant of a Medtronic device at a non-participating center and the implant data and current status cannot be confirmed within 30 days after implant
* Subjects implanted with a Medtronic device whose predetermined enrollment limit for that specific product has been exceeded

Where it's running

  • Birmingham, Alabama, United States Recruiting
  • Chandler, Arizona, United States Recruiting
  • Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Recruiting
  • La Jolla, California, United States Recruiting
  • Salinas, California, United States Recruiting
  • Stanford, California, United States Recruiting
Show 44 more locations
  • Torrance, California, United States Recruiting
  • Ventura, California, United States Recruiting
  • Aurora, Colorado, United States Recruiting
  • Centennial, Colorado, United States Recruiting
  • Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States Recruiting
  • Lakewood, Colorado, United States Recruiting
  • Hartford, Connecticut, United States Recruiting
  • New Haven, Connecticut, United States Recruiting
  • Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States Recruiting
  • Clearwater, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Hollywood, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Jacksonville, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Panama City, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Safety Harbor, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Sarasota, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Tampa, Florida, United States Recruiting
  • Atlanta, Georgia, United States Recruiting
  • Evansville, Indiana, United States Recruiting
  • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Recruiting
  • West Des Moines, Iowa, United States Recruiting
  • Kansas City, Kansas, United States Recruiting
  • Edgewood, Kentucky, United States Recruiting
  • Louisville, Kentucky, United States Recruiting
  • Bethesda, Maryland, United States Recruiting
  • Hyattsville, Maryland, United States Recruiting
  • Salisbury, Maryland, United States Recruiting
  • Takoma Park, Maryland, United States Recruiting
  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting
  • Lansing, Michigan, United States Recruiting
  • Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States Recruiting
  • Coon Rapids, Minnesota, United States Recruiting
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Recruiting
  • Robbinsdale, Minnesota, United States Recruiting
  • Rochester, Minnesota, United States Recruiting
  • Saint Cloud, Minnesota, United States Recruiting
  • Columbia, Missouri, United States Recruiting
  • Kansas City, Missouri, United States Recruiting
  • St Louis, Missouri, United States Recruiting
  • Omaha, Nebraska, United States Recruiting
  • Eatontown, New Jersey, United States Recruiting
  • Marlton, New Jersey, United States Recruiting
  • Morristown, New Jersey, United States Recruiting
  • Ocean City, New Jersey, United States Recruiting
  • Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States Recruiting

+288 more sites. See ClinicalTrials.gov for the full list.

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.