Barts Revascularisation Registry
This study, called the Barts Revascularisation Registry, is looking at how well patients with heart conditions like a heart attack (myocardial infarction) or chest pain (stable angina) are doing. It's especially interested in patients who have had procedures to open blocked arteries, known as revascularisation. Researchers are using information already collected from patients at a big heart centre in the UK. By looking at this real-world data, they hope to understand more about heart disease and the effectiveness of treatments. The goal is to identify factors that predict how patients recover, improve how doctors assess risks, and generally make heart care better for everyone.
At a glance
What is this study about?
Heart disease, which includes conditions like heart attacks and angina (chest pain), is still a major health concern, even though treatments have improved a lot. Thanks to new technology and a better understanding of the heart, doctors can now fix blocked arteries with special procedures that are much less invasive than traditional open-heart surgery. These treatments have truly changed the lives of many people with heart problems.
While we already have lots of studies that test different ways to treat heart disease, it's also really important to look at what happens to patients in real life, outside of these controlled studies. This helps us understand how well treatments work for everyone and learn how to make care even safer and more effective. This study is doing just that – it's using information gathered from many patients to build a better picture of heart disease and its treatments.
The Barts Revascularisation Registry is gathering information from one of the largest heart centres in the UK. This centre has treated a huge number of patients, allowing researchers to collect a lot of useful data. By looking at this information, the study aims to understand the characteristics of patients with heart disease, how they respond to different treatments, and identify what might lead to better or worse outcomes. This knowledge will help doctors better understand risks, choose the best treatments, and improve care for future patients.
Key takeaways
- This study uses existing, anonymous patient information, so you don't need to do anything to participate.
- It aims to learn more about heart disease and heart treatments (like stents or bypass surgery).
- The information comes from a large UK heart centre, covering many patients.
- The goal is to improve understanding of treatment outcomes and future care for heart patients.
- This research focuses on real-world data, showing how treatments work in everyday practice.
- Data collected includes patients aged 16 and over with various heart conditions.
Who may be eligible?
This study uses information that's already been collected from patients, so you don't need to do anything specific to join. If you've had a procedure to improve blood flow to your heart (like a stent insertion or bypass surgery) at the Barts Heart Centre, your anonymous information is likely already part of this study.
The study includes both men and women aged 16 years and older. It covers a wide range of individuals, from those with straightforward heart conditions to those with more complex issues. Unlike some studies, this one also includes adults who might be considered vulnerable or are not able to give direct consent themselves, as long as they were treated by the heart team.
Children under 16 years old are not included in this study. Otherwise, if you had a revascularisation procedure (like a PCI or CABG) and an angiogram at Barts Heart Centre, your data may be included.
- Were you 16 years old or older when you received treatment?
- Did you have a procedure to improve blood flow to your heart (like a stent or bypass) at Barts Heart Centre?
- Did you have an angiogram at Barts Heart Centre?
- Were you treated for conditions like a heart attack or angina?
This is a guide only — the research team will confirm whether you can take part.
What does participation involve?
You won't directly participate in this study in the usual way, as it uses information that has already been collected from patient records. There are no extra visits, assessments, or medications involved for you. Your past medical information, including details about your heart condition, any procedures you had, and your outcomes, is simply being used for research. Your identity is protected, and the researchers will not directly contact you.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (1)
- Barts Health NHS TrustLondon, United Kingdom· Recruiting
Common questions
What is the main goal of this study?
The study aims to understand how heart disease affects patients and how treatments like procedures to open blocked arteries impact their health, ultimately to improve patient care.
Do I need to do anything to join this study?
No, you don't need to do anything. The study uses existing information from patient records at a large heart centre, so there's no active participation needed from you.
Who is included in this study?
Patients aged 16 and over who have had procedures to restore blood flow to their heart (revascularisation) at the Barts Heart Centre are included.
Will my personal details be safe?
Yes, your personal details are protected. The study uses anonymised data, meaning your name and identifying information are removed to keep your privacy safe.
What kind of heart conditions is this study looking at?
The study is looking at heart conditions like heart attacks (myocardial infarction) and chest pain (stable angina).
How to find out more
Dr. Krishnaraj Rathod
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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