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This study, called the Heidelberg Cardiac CT Registry, aims to understand how useful a special type of heart scan, called a cardiac CT, is. We want to see how well these scans help doctors find blockages in the heart's arteries (coronary artery stenosis) and how they can help predict a person's future health. We collect information about people who are already having a cardiac CT scan as part of their usual care. By gathering details about their health, medical history, and CT scan results, we hope to answer important questions about using CT scans for heart conditions in everyday medical practice.

At a glance

Status

Recruiting

Sponsor

Das Radiologische Zentrum

Enrolment target

10,000

Start

06 Dec 2018

Estimated completion

01 Dec 2029

Evaluation of CT in Coronary Artery Stenosis

What is this study about?

Imagine your heart is like a house with pipes (arteries) that carry blood. Sometimes these pipes can get a bit blocked, which is called coronary artery stenosis. Doctors often use a special scan called a cardiac CT to get a detailed picture of these pipes and see if there are any blockages. This study is like a large collection of information about these scans.

It's called the Heidelberg Cardiac CT Registry, and it's being run in Germany. The main idea is to see how good these heart scans are at two things: first, actually finding blockages in the heart and, second, helping doctors understand a person's future health chances. It’s about understanding how these scans work in real people, not just in special lab conditions.

To do this, the researchers are collecting information from people who are already having a cardiac CT scan because their doctor has recommended it. They'll gather details like your general health, past medical problems, and, of course, the results of your CT scan. All this information goes into a secure database, which helps scientists learn more about heart conditions and how best to use these important scans to help patients.

Key takeaways

This study looks at how well heart scans (cardiac CTs) work.
It uses information from scans people are already having.
No extra tests or visits are needed.
Your anonymous medical information helps researchers learn about heart health.
The goal is to improve how heart conditions are diagnosed and understood.

Who may be eligible?

Joining this study is quite straightforward because it's designed to collect information from people who are already scheduled to have a heart CT scan (called a cardiac CT) as part of their regular medical care.

Basically, if your doctor has decided you need a cardiac CT scan, you might be eligible to have your anonymous information included in this registry.

There are no specific reasons that would stop someone from being included in this registry; if your doctor refers you for the scan, your information may be part of the study.

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.

Has your doctor referred you for a heart CT scan?
Are you having a cardiac CT scan soon?
Are you comfortable with your anonymous health information being used for research?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you are already having a cardiac CT scan ordered by your doctor, participating in this study simply means that information derived from your scan and medical records will be added to a database. It doesn't involve any extra visits, tests, or medication beyond what your doctor has already planned for your care. There are no additional assessments or follow-up appointments required for the study itself, and no extra duration for your involvement. Your part in the study is just allowing your existing anonymous health data to be used for research purposes.

Potential risks and benefits

Since this study only involves collecting information from tests you're already having, there are generally no additional risks to you. The potential benefit is that by sharing your anonymous data, you're contributing to big picture research that could improve how heart problems are diagnosed and treated for everyone in the future. You always have the right to decide that you don't want your information included at any point.

Locations (1)

Radiologische Praxis Heidelberg
Verified postcode
Heidelberg, Germany· Recruiting

Common questions

What is a cardiac CT scan?

A cardiac CT scan is a special X-ray test that takes detailed pictures of your heart and the blood vessels around it to check for blockages or other problems.

Do I need to do anything extra if I'm in this study?

No, you don't need to do anything extra. This study simply collects information from the heart scan you're already having as part of your normal care.

Will my personal details be shared?

No, your personal details will be kept private. The study collects anonymous information to help with research, so your name won't be linked to your data.

Why is this study important?

It helps doctors and researchers understand how well cardiac CT scans work in real patients, which can improve heart care for everyone in the future.

Can anyone join this study?

If your doctor has referred you for a heart CT scan, your anonymous information might be included in this research. There are no specific reasons to be excluded.

How to find out more

Johannes Goerich, Prof.

jgoerich@t-online.de +491703042496 Official trial record

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