outcomes research

Capturing Physiologic Data in Children with Heart Failure Using Wearable Digital Technology: Lessons From Pilot Project

A pilot study to evaluate the feasibility of using an Apple Watch and a custom app to collect physiologic and activity data from pediatric patients with heart failure. Data such as heart rate, activity levels, and clinical status were collected to explore the potential of wearable technology for improving pediatric heart failure management. The study aims to generate hypotheses for further research on wearable technology in pediatric heart failure care.

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The ACTION VAD registry: A collective five-year experience

A report describing patient and device characteristics, and outcomes through 1-year post-VAD implant. The 5-year ACTION VAD experience highlights the growing collaboration in the pediatric VAD community and changes in clinical practice. More work is needed to improve survival and limit adverse outcomes, especially in younger patients.

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Bridging gaps in pediatric device development: The power of ACTION – a collaborative learning network

Innovation in pediatric medical devices is limited by financial and regulatory barriers due to the small and heterogenous target population. Intentional design of the ACTION registry has mitigated regulatory and financial barriers to pediatric VAD innovation through the use of real-world evidence gathered through a learning network.

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Cardiac treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy: consensus recommendations from the ACTION muscular dystrophy committee

An expert opinion statement, addressing a critical gap in cardiac care for Duchenne muscular dystrophy – providing thorough recommendations for the initiation and titration of cardiac medications based on disease progression and patient response.

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Patient and Parent-Reported Outcomes in Paediatric VAD Support: A Multi-Center ACTION Learning Network Feasibility and Pilot Experience

Patient- and proxy-reported outcomes (PROs) are an important indicator of healthcare quality but are underutilised in paediatric cardiac care. This ACTION study, Patient and parent-reported outcomes in paediatric ventricular assist

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Initial Multicenter Experience with Ventricular Assist Devices in Children and Young Adults with Muscular Dystrophy: An ACTION Registry Analysis

Purpose Cardiac disease results in significant morbidity and mortality in patients with muscular dystrophy (MD). Single centers have reported their ventricular assist device (VAD) experience in specific MDs and in

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