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Essen Coronary Artery Disease Registry

The ECAD Registry is a study focusing on individuals with coronary artery disease, a condition where the heart's blood vessels become narrowed. All participants are undergoing a procedure called a coronary angiogram at the West German Heart and Vascular Center. This test helps doctors look closely at the heart's arteries. The main goal of this study is to gather information from these patients to better understand what might predict their health journey after having the angiogram. By collecting this information, researchers hope to learn more about the condition and how different factors might affect how well people recover or manage their heart health in the future. The study is open to both men and women of all ages.

At a glance

Status

Recruiting

Sponsor

University Hospital, Essen

Enrolment target

55,000

Start

01 Sep 2019

Estimated completion

30 Jun 2027

Coronary Artery Disease

What is this study about?

This study, known as the Essen Coronary Artery Disease (ECAD) Registry, is designed to help doctors and researchers learn more about coronary artery disease. This is a common heart condition where the main blood vessels supplying your heart become narrowed or blocked, which can lead to problems like angina or heart attacks. In this study, they are tracking patients who are having a specific procedure called a coronary angiogram at a hospital in Germany.

A coronary angiogram is a special X-ray test that uses a dye to show how blood flows through the arteries in your heart. It helps doctors see if there are any blockages. The ECAD Registry is collecting information from patients who are having this test. They want to understand what influences how people recover and cope with their heart condition after having an angiogram. This could include many different things, such as lifestyle factors, other health conditions, or how severe their heart disease is.

The main reason this study is important is to help improve future care for people with coronary artery disease. By identifying what factors lead to better or worse health outcomes, doctors might be able to develop more personalised treatments or advice. While you wouldn't directly receive a new treatment as part of this study, your information could contribute to a better understanding of heart disease that benefits many patients in the long run.

Key takeaways

This study helps doctors learn more about heart disease.
It collects information from patients having a heart test called an angiogram.
Participation involves sharing your medical information, not new treatments.
There are no extra risks or appointments beyond your usual care.
Open to all adults having an angiogram at a specific German hospital.
Your contribution could improve future heart disease care.

Who may be eligible?

To be part of this study, the main thing is that you need to be having a procedure called an "invasive coronary angiogram" at the West German Heart and Vascular Center. This test involves looking closely at the blood vessels in your heart.

There are no other specific requirements that would prevent you from joining, which means the study is generally open to a wide range of people who are having this heart test. Both men and women are welcome to take part, and there are no age limits, so adults of all ages can be included.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you having a coronary angiogram?
Is your angiogram at the West German Heart and Vascular Center?
Are you willing to have your health information collected for research?
Are you an adult (any age)?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

As this is a registry study, taking part mainly involves having your standard medical information collected. You won't be given any new medications or treatments in this study. You'll simply be undergoing your planned coronary angiogram at the West German Heart and Vascular Center as you normally would. The researchers will then gather information from your medical records related to your heart condition and how you're doing after the procedure.

Participation generally means that information about your diagnosis, the angiogram procedure, and your health outcomes over time will be included in the study's database. There are no additional visits, specific tests, or follow-up appointments required beyond the usual care you would receive for your heart condition. The total duration of your participation would involve the researchers tracking your health information over a period, but it wouldn't involve any extra time commitment from you.

Potential risks and benefits

The potential benefits of taking part in this study are indirect. By allowing your health information to be included, you'll be contributing to a better understanding of coronary artery disease, which could help improve care for future patients. There are no direct medical benefits to you personally as you won't be receiving new treatments. Because this study only involves collecting existing medical information from a procedure you're already having, there are no additional risks associated with participating. You always have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, and this will not affect your medical care.

Locations (1)

University Hospital Essen
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Essen, Germany· Recruiting

Common questions

What is coronary artery disease?

It's a common heart condition where the main blood vessels supplying your heart become narrowed or blocked, which can reduce blood flow to the heart muscle.

What is a coronary angiogram?

It's a special X-ray test that uses a dye to help doctors see how blood flows through the arteries in your heart and check for blockages.

Will I get any new treatments in this study?

No, this study only collects information from routine medical care; you won't receive any new medications or treatments as part of it.

Do I have to live in Germany to join?

Yes, you need to be having your coronary angiogram at the West German Heart and Vascular Center to be included in this study.

What happens if I change my mind about participating?

You can decide to stop participating at any time without it affecting your medical care.

How to find out more

Amir A Mahabadi, MD

amir-abbas.mahabadi@uk-essen.de +49 201 723 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.