RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05174351

Beta-blocker Discontinuation in Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction

Effect of Beta-blocker Discontinuation on Functional Capacity and Cardiac Hemodynamics in Patients With Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction


Sponsor

UConn Health

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Dec 20, 2021

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This is a prospective pilot study to evaluate changes before and 4 weeks after beta-blocker withdrawal in 30 HFpEF patients.


Eligibility

Min Age: 50 YearsMax Age: 80 Years

Inclusion Criteria6

  • Stable HFpEF patients with NYHA Class II-III or elevated BNP ≥100
  • N=30 (Target: 30).
  • Age: 50 \~ 80 years.
  • ECHO evidence of EF ≥50% and Grade 2 or 3 diastolic dysfunction.
  • Chronic loop diuretic use
  • Currently on beta-blocker

Exclusion Criteria4

  • Beta blocker was prescribed for treating other cardiac conditions such as atrial fibrillation or coronary artery disease.
  • Heart rate \> 100 bpm
  • Recent hospitalization due to HF within 3 months
  • Non-English speaker

Interventions

OTHERbeta blocker discontinuation

beta blocker discontinuation


Locations(1)

UConn Health / John Dempsey Hospital

Farmington, Connecticut, United States

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