Active clinical trials for "Coronary Artery Disease"

In a cohort of patients referred to coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA), the investigators aim: To describe the natural history of the coronary atherosclerotic plaque development and progression or regression, as well as the plaque characterization and phenotypes over time by CCTA among deferred coronary lesions To explore the precursors of plaques leading to acute coronary syndrome (ACS) or chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) in deferred coronary lesions To investigate prognostic implication of qualitative and quantitative plaque analysis of stenosis and plaque features, disease patterns, hemodynamic parameters, and fat metrics on CCTA along with physiologic assessment To investigate the effects of different treatment strategies according to stenosis and plaque features, fat metrics on CCTA along with physiologic assessments.

Atherosclerotic diseases such as coronary artery disease (CAD) and peripheral arterial disease (PAD) are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the industrialized world. An interaction between the development of atherosclerotic diseases and the oral and enteral microbiome composition has already been demonstrated in the past. The microbiome is a double-edged sword which can convey protective and detrimental cardiovascular effects. While it can promote the development of atherosclerosis through the production of atherogenic metabolites such as trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) it can also generate a protective effect through the production of metabolites such as short chain fatty acids (SCFA). Preliminary data suggest that atherosclerotic disease itself can induce a dysbiosis of the microbiome. Aim of this study is to determine the differences in coronary artery disease and peripheral arterial disease on the oral-enteral microbiome axis and downstream microbiome-dependent metabolites.

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is an important treatment strategy for patients with coronary artery disease. Combined bleeding after PCI significantly increases the risk of death in patients. The search for prognostic predictors and optimal antiplatelet therapy for patients with high bleeding risk (HBR) after PCI has been a hot topic in cardiovascular research. There is no accepted prognostic model or recommended antiplatelet therapy for patients with PCI-HBR. In this project, based on retrospective data extraction and prospective database building, we used artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze the adverse prognostic predictors of PCI-HBR patients, observe the types of antiplatelet drugs and duration of dual antiplatelet therapy in PCI-HBR patients, and compare the safety and feasibility of different antiplatelet regimens and treatment courses. The safety and feasibility of different antiplatelet regimens and regimens were compared.

This study will evaluate the diagnostic performance of an accelerated stress CMR protocol, comparing it with that of standard CMR assessment.

The MINOCA-GR registry will be the first nationwide study aiming to obtain data regarding prevalence, demographics, clinical profile, previous anginal status, presence of cardiovascular risk factors, management and outcomes in patients with Myocardial Infarction with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries. An additional purpose of the registry is to highlight, for the first time worldwide to the best of the investigator's knowledge, the role of cardiac computed tomography angiography for risk stratification and personalized therapeutic approach in MINOCA patients.

Purpose of this clinical investigation: clinical evaluation/accuracy of HeartSciences MyoVista High-Sensitivity (hsECG) 12 lead Electrocardiogram device, for patients presenting with cardiac related chest pain and/or Non ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI). To assess the early intervention of N-STEMI patients. Determine if clinical outcomes can be improved. Assessment will be made on the MYOVISTA's indices, numerical values, and sensitivity/specificity for early detection of cardiac dysfunction/disease,i.e. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). Primary objective to ascertain efficacy of the MyoVista and evaluate its usefulness in expediting patients that require further investigation/procedure by way of angiography, thus improving the patient care pathway. Recruitment will take place at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust, the Sponsor who will fund the research. A single centre study. Participants will undergo a 12 lead MyoVista ECG in addition to a standard 12 lead ECG. This is not an invasive procedure and carries no risk to the patient. There will be no change in the patient care pathway. The study will last c. 2 years, enrolment of patients ceasing once the statistically significant number to power the study has been met which is sufficient and ethical. Prerequisites for inclusion to the clinical investigation include: Signed informed consent prior to any procedure relating to the investigation Patient compliance with the clinical investigational plan Follow-up appointment(s) attendance Patient(s) presenting to hospital with a clinical diagnosis of Non ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Notable Electrocardiogram morphological changes, consistent with Myocardial Ischaemia (MI) i.e. T-wave inversion, Biphasic T-wave, ST-segment depression Symptom onset of <12 hrs Elevated High Sensitivity Troponin Score GRACE score of >140 It is hoped that > 75% of patients seen will show willingness and compliance throughout the duration of the clinical investigation. Clinical benefits, early diagnosis of heart disease, streamlined triage of patients, reduction in morbidity/mortality, reduction in costs to National Health Service (NHS) and improved patient centered care.

This study evaluates the effectiveness and safety rotational atherectomy in routine clinical practice.

Information gathered from the patients via a disease specific questionnaire will be married to data from the National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR®). Details will be continuously analyzed and used to direct quality of care at our center. The institution is categorized as a low-volume institution for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for coronary artery disease treatment as well as surgical and endocardial ablation for the management of atrial fibrillation (Afib). The association between operator volume and quality has primarily focused on rare complications, such as mortality. The aim is to highlight the advantages of receiving care close to home. A benefit of offering the procedures to treat diseases at centers that have lower volumes is to improve patients' outcomes while also providing more convenient access to quality care. The key outcome from the patients' experience is alleviation of their symptoms while increasing function and quality of life. To date, there have been no studies documenting the health status benefits of PCI and surgical / endocardial ablation for coronary artery disease and Afib, respectively with low- volume operators. In this study, the investigators sought to examine the feasibility of implementing patient-reported outcomes into clinical care and to demonstrate evidence of benefits, from patients' perspectives, of receiving treatment by low-volume operators.

Surgery performed with nerve blocks and sedation may be safer and provide better pain control compared to general anesthesia and opioid therapy in high-risk patient populations such as elderly and troubled with peripheral vascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, coronary artery disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

To compare MiStent to either the Xience or Promus stents.with the primary objective being to assess the safety and efficacy of the MiStent in a patient population requiring revascularization of de novo obstructive lesions of coronary arteries in patients with stable and unstable coronary artery disease (CAD) including non ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI)