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1.6.1 Kronos LV-T Study
The purpose of the HOME-CARE Observational Study is to
demonstrate the safety of the CE-marked Kronos LV-T cardiac
resynchronization defibrillator (CRT-D) in patients with congestive
heart failure (CHF).
1.6.1.1 Methods
The multi-center, non-randomized observational study was
designed to evaluate the safety of the Kronos LV-T through an
analysis of the complication-free rate through three months.
The
HOME-CARE Observational Study Primary Endpoint was to
evaluate complications (adverse events that require additional
invasive intervention to resolve) related to the implanted CRT
system which includes the Kronos LV-T, the right atrial lead, the
right ventricular ICD lead, and the left ventricular lead
Inclusion Criteria
To support the objectives of this investigation, patients were
required to meet the following inclusion criteria prior to
enrollment:
Indication for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
Sufficient GSM-network coverage in the patient’s area
Age greater than or equal to 18 years
Exclusion Criteria
To support the objectives of this investigation, the exclusion
criteria at the time of patient enrollment included the following:
Permanent atrial fibrillation
Myocardial infarction or unstable angina pectoris within
the last 3 prior to enrollment
Planned cardio-surgical intervention within 3 months after
enrollment (e.g. PTCA, CABG, HTX)
Acute myocarditis
Life expectancy less than 6 months
Pregnant or breast-feeding woman
Drug or Alcohol abuse
The patient is mentally or physically unable to take part in
the observational study
No signed declaration of consent for the patient