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ArticleFrontiers in cardiovascular medicine2026

Efficacy and safety of Shengxian Yixin Granule for treating heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: a study protocol for a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Xiaozhen Cheng, Runhan Ma, Mengsi Guo, Jingjing Wei, Qifei Zhao, Rui Yu, Zhengwei Dong, Janru Wang, Yongxia Wang, Mingjun Zhu and 1 more

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Xiaozhen Cheng *Department of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Runhan Ma *Department of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Mengsi Guo *Department of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Jingjing WeiDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Qifei ZhaoDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Rui YuDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Zhengwei DongDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Janru WangDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Yongxia WangDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Mingjun ZhuDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
Xinlu WangDepartment of Cardiovascular Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.

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Introduction: Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a highly complex clinical syndrome associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Its underlying mechanisms are poorly understood, treatment options are limited, the disease burden on patients is substantial, and clinical outcomes are poor. Previous clinical studies have preliminarily suggested that Shengxian Yixin Granule (SXYX) is an effective herbal formula for the treatment of HFpEF, but it lacks high-quality clinical evidence. This study therefore plans to conduct a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate the efficacy and safety of SXYX in treating HFpEF, aiming to provide a new therapeutic strategy for this condition. Methods: This study is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. It will be conducted at four Chinese medicine hospitals in China. A total of 148 eligible patients with HFpEF will be enrolled and randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to the SXYX group or the placebo group. The SXYX group will receive Shengxian Yixin Granule, while the placebo group will receive a matching placebo. Both groups will receive standard Western medical therapy as background treatment. The treatment duration for all groups is 24 weeks. The primary outcome is the change in peak VO Discussion: This study will evaluate the efficacy and safety of SXYX in treating HFpEF. The findings will provide a scientific basis for the clinical application of SXYX. Clinical Trial Registration: https://itmctr.ccebtcm.org.cn, identifier ITMCTR2026000833.

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effectivenessheart failure with preserved ejection fractionrandomized controlled trialsafetyShengxian Yixin Granulestudy protocol

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PMCPMC13518591

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