๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-06-03

Gator SCALES-WHF: SubCutaneous Administration of Lasix to Eliminate Symptoms of Worsening Heart Failure (NCT06979726)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase4 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Florida

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The primary objective of the study is to develop, implement, and evaluate a site-specific clinical pathway for at-home treatment of eligible patients presenting to the clinic with worsening heart failure. The secondary objectives are: 1. To evaluate patient factors related to parenteral decongestion at home. 2. To evaluate the safety and device operation of Lasix ONYU treatment under circumstances that mimic real-world use. 3. To identify opportunities for process improvement before the routine implementation of the new clinical pathway.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Florida โ€” Gainesville, Florida

Age range: 18 Years to 80 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Florida โ€” Gainesville, Florida

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (352) 273-9065

Email: mustafa.ahmed@medicine.ufl.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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