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Cryoablation for Ventricular Tachycardia

(FULCRUM-VT Trial)

Recruiting at 9 trial locations
NJ
DK
Overseen ByDoug Kurschinski
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Adagio Medical
Must be taking: Class III AAD
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial tests a new system called the Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System. It is designed to help individuals with a heart rhythm problem known as Sustained Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (SMVT), which can occur due to heart scars. The study aims to determine the safety and effectiveness of this treatment. Individuals who have experienced SMVT episodes despite taking certain heart medications and have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) may be suitable candidates for this trial. As an unphased trial, it offers patients the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research that could lead to new treatment options.

What prior data suggests that the Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System is safe for treating Sustained Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia?

Research has shown that the Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System is generally safe for treating sustained monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (SMVT). In one study, only 2.4% of patients experienced major side effects, indicating that most did not encounter serious problems from the treatment. However, there were a few serious issues, including four deaths during the procedure, with only two directly related to it.

Most patients had positive outcomes, with 84.3% not requiring shocks from their implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) six months post-procedure. These findings suggest that the treatment is well-tolerated and effective for many individuals.12345

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

The Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System is unique because it uses cryoablation, which involves freezing the heart tissue to treat ventricular tachycardia (VT). Unlike traditional ablation methods that use heat, cryoablation aims to minimize damage to surrounding healthy tissues and potentially decrease the risk of complications. Researchers are excited about this treatment because it promises improved precision and safety in targeting the specific heart areas causing the arrhythmias, making it a promising option for patients with VT.

What evidence suggests that the Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System is effective for treating Sustained Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia?

Research has shown that the Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System effectively treats sustained monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (SMVT). In one study, 97.4% of patients experienced immediate success, indicating the treatment's immediate effectiveness. During the procedure, 98% of abnormal heart rhythms were stopped. Six months later, 84.3% of patients did not receive any shocks from their implanted heart devices. This evidence suggests that the system is both effective and safe for managing SMVT. Participants in this trial will undergo a cryoablation procedure using the vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System to further assess its effectiveness and safety.12678

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults diagnosed with sustained monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (a specific type of abnormal heart rhythm). Participants should be suitable for ablation treatment and able to follow study procedures. People with conditions that could interfere with the study may not be eligible.

Inclusion Criteria

I am 18 years old or older.
Has received a market-released ICD prior to enrollment
Willingness, ability, and commitment to participate in baseline and follow-up evaluations for the full length of the study
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Exclusion Criteria

I have had a stroke, TIA, or embolism in the past 6 months.
Contraindication to heparin
Pregnant or anticipated pregnancy during study follow-up
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants undergo an ablation procedure using the vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System for SMVT

1 day
1 visit (in-person)

Immediate Follow-up

Participants are monitored for Major Adverse Events within 7 days following the ablation procedure

1 week

Extended Follow-up

Participants are monitored for recurrent sustained MMVT and other safety endpoints

6 months

Long-term Follow-up

Participants are monitored for Serious Adverse Events and VT recurrence at 12 months

12 months

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Adagio Medical vCLAS Ventricular Ablation System

Trial Overview

The study is testing a new procedure called ultra low temperature ablation using the Adagio Medical vCLAS system to treat abnormal heart rhythms by freezing small areas of heart tissue causing the problem.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: VT CryoablationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Adagio Medical

Lead Sponsor

Trials
8
Recruited
930+

Citations

Ultra-low-temperature cryoablation for ventricular tachycardia ...

This case demonstrated the effectiveness and safety of cryothermal ablation of multiple VTs in a patient with a nonischemic cardiomyopathy and electrical storm, ...

Release Details

The trial achieved 97.4% acute clinical success and demonstrated compelling 6-month outcomes, including 84.3% freedom from ICD shock, only 2.4% ...

Adagio Medical Announces Positive Pivotal Results for vCLAS ...

Key findings included: 98% non-inducibility of targeted ventricular tachycardias (“VT”) se Events 84% freedom from implantable cardioverter ...

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catheter ablation in treatment of cardiac arrhythmias

Adagio Medical VT Cryoablation System with vCLAS™ catheter is CE-Mark approved for the treatment of monomorphic ventricular tachycardia. EXPLORE CLINICAL TRIAL ...

NCT05675865 | Cryoablation for Monomorphic Ventricular ...

The objective of this clinical study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Adagio VT Cryoablation System in the ablation treatment of Sustained ...

Form 8-K for Adagio Medical Holdings INC filed 04/27/2026

Adagio Medical Announces Positive Pivotal Results for vCLAS® Ventricular Ablation System. 84% Freedom From Shock and 59% Freedom from VT ...

Adagio Medical submits FDA application for ventricular ...

According to Adagio, the study achieved a 97.4% acute clinical success rate. At six months, 84.3% of patients remained free from implantable ...

Ablation Methods and Catheter Settings for Ventricular ...

Following ablation, 89% of patients achieved non-inducibility of VT and 78% were free from ventricular arrhythmias at 3 months.27