Stem Cell Treatment for Angina
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is currently participating in a new study evaluating an investigational treatment involving autologous CD34+ stem cells.
Contact Information
Stem Cell TrialYvonne Strawa
Phone: (650) 498-7028
Cardiovascular Services
Appointments/Information
Sherry Jones or Hayra Garcia
Phone: (650) 736-1384
Researchers hope to learn whether a patient's own CD34+ stem cells can reduce the number of angina episodes in patients who have CCS class III or IV chronic refractory angina.
What Does the Study Involve?
Patients who are successfully enrolled into the study will visit our office approximately 13 times over approximately 14-months, which includes a 12 month follow up period after treatment. The study will require an initial medical history and physical exam. During the course of the study, cardiac diagnostic procedures along with blood tests will be performed. Most study visits will range in length from 2 to 4 hours.To qualify for this study a patient must meet the following criteria:
- 21 Years of age or older
- CCS functional class III or IV chronic refractory angina
- Attempted "best" medical therapy
- Considered unsuitable for conventional revascularization
- Able to walk on an exercise tolerance treadmill following a modified Bruce Protocol
- Left ventricular ejection fraction > or = to 25% by ECHO or SPECT at screening