🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-05-05

A Study of Glycemic Control in Left Ventricular Assist (NCT05933161)

GLYcemic Control Evaluation by Continuous Glucose Monitor Compared With a1C in Left Ventricular Assist Device-supported Patients (GLYCEM1C-LVAD)

🟢 Recruiting Interventional Protocol 📊 Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The study is being conducted to understand if the hemoglobin A1c, a measurement of control of blood sugars over a 3-month time, is valid in patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) in place. To understand whether it is an adequate measurement, the investigators will compare the A1c to results from a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) measurement of blood sugars. By monitoring blood sugars continuously, the investigators will also assess whether they can get better control of blood sugars with a CGM, including avoiding low blood sugars.

Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (6 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (4 items).

Location: Mayo Clinic in Rochester — Rochester, Minnesota

Age range: 18 Years

📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Check every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).

Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:

  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Type I diabetics
  • Unable to return at 3 month evaluation
  • Unwillingness to participate

🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester — Rochester, Minnesota

📞 Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (507) 293-1375

Email: Schettle.Sarah@mayo.edu

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

💰 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 § 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.

💡 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.
🏛️ View Official NIH Record ↗