Plain-English translation of NCT05711186 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether a structured approach to shared decision-making improves how patients with severe aortic stenosis choose between two types of heart valve replacement: traditional open surgery (SAVR) or a less invasive catheter-based procedure (TAVR). Both options are effective, but they differ in how invasive they are, recovery time, and long-term risks—so the choice depends on what matters most to you. This trial helps doctors and patients make that choice together more thoughtfully.
Patients facing this choice need help weighing the pros and cons of each option based on their own values and priorities. Current guidelines recommend involving patients in this decision, and this trial tests whether a structured approach to that conversation leads to better outcomes and more satisfied patients.
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If you join this trial, you will be randomly assigned to either receive structured shared decision-making (a guided conversation about your options) or usual care (standard discussion with your doctors). The trial takes place at a single center in Switzerland and involves 140 patients total. Your participation will help doctors understand whether this structured approach makes it easier for patients to make decisions that feel right for them.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Sep 17, 2026 · Not medical advice
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