Earbud technology to diagnose common cardiac conditions

Trial ID:
IRB-20-7677
Curtiss Stinis, MD
This study is being done to validate the use of an experimental earbud technology in diagnosing cardiac conditions. The gold standard for diagnosing cardiac conditions is the use of ultrasound technology and invasive cardiac catheterization. The goal of this study is to see if the earbud technology can be used as a potential non-invasive diagnostic test.

Inclusion Criteria

Patients must:

  • Be 18 years or older
    Be scheduled for a catheterization procedure to investigate cardiac conditions
    Be willing to wear earbuds during the procedure and echocardiogram
    Have a normal sinus rhythm

Exclusion Criteria

Patients must not:

  • Known history of carotid disease
    Moderate valvular disease
    Have any implantable devices (Pacemaker, ICD, CardioMems, TENS unit, continuous glucose monitor, etc.)
    Active arrhythmia
    Hearing aides

Additional Info

This is not a treatment study. The study visit will take place during your regular clinical visit for diagnostic testing at Anderson Medical Pavilion, Scripps La Jolla.

Contact Info:

  • Clinical Research Services
  • CRSLeadership@scrippshealth.org