Purpose: The study tests a new way to keep and move donor hearts for transplants. The method is called Non-Ischemic Heart Preservation (NIHP) using the XVIVO Heart Preservation System (XHPS). "Non-ischemic" means that the heart is kept healthy without losing blood supply.
Study Details: The study, known as the PRESERVE Heart Study, is being done at several places and includes people who need a heart transplant. It's not a random or blind study, which means everyone knows they are using this method.
Eligibility: To join, you must be 18 or older and waiting for a heart transplant. You can't join if you've had other organ transplants, need multiple organs, or are in another trial (except observational). You also can't join if you have certain heart conditions, are on dialysis, or need a ventilator.
- Length: Participation lasts until heart transplantation.
- Visits Needed: Multiple check-ups are needed, but exact numbers depend on your case.
- Risks: Possible risks include issues with the new preservation method.