Aliskiren and Renin Inhibition in Diastolic Heart Failure

Summary

This study is being conducted to compare the effects that 2 different combinations of heart failure medications have on the levels of certain blood markers which cause and/or worsen heart failure. Additionally, the investigators will investigate any differences that may exist between Hispanics and Non-Hispanics. The investigators hope to find that Hispanic Americans will have a greater response to this new regimen compared to non-Hispanic Americans.

Timeline

Start

2008-09

Primary completion

2009-08

Completion

2009-08

Outcome

Outcome not reported

Stopped (Enrollment): “Difficulty in recruiting patients and then the PI left the institution”

Drugs

Indications