๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-03-17

Precise Cooler for Donor Heart Transport (NCT07354763)

Adjustable Temperature Cooler for Cold Static Storage of Donor Hearts for Transplantation

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

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

The investigators are doing this study to compare approaches to cold storage of donor hearts during transportation. The adjustable temperature RYOBI cooler should allow precise temperature control while reducing environmental waste and providing a cost savings benefit when compared to the commercially available, FDA-approved Paragonix SherpaPak device.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Cedars Sinai Medical Center โ€” Los Angeles, California

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

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

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

  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center โ€” Los Angeles, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (310) 423-3300

Email: dominic.emerson@cshs.org

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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