Analysis of factors affecting survival in heart attack patients in Belgium
Prospective Observational Study to Assess Predictors of in Hospital Mortality in STEMI Patients Admitted in Belgian Hospitals
Universiteit Antwerpen · NCT00727623
This study looks at what factors might affect survival rates for heart attack patients in Belgium to help improve their care and outcomes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 5000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universiteit Antwerpen (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (La Louviere, Hainaut) |
| Trial ID | NCT00727623 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to identify predictors of in-hospital mortality among patients diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction, specifically those with ST elevation or left bundle branch block patterns on ECG. Conducted in various hospitals across Belgium, the study will analyze clinical data to understand the factors that contribute to mortality in these patients. By focusing on acute coronary syndrome cases, the research seeks to improve patient outcomes through better understanding of risk factors associated with this condition.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction exhibiting ST elevation or left bundle branch block on their ECG.
Not a fit: Patients whose acute myocardial infarction is a complication of a coronary intervention may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved risk stratification and management strategies for heart attack patients, potentially reducing mortality rates.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on predictors of mortality in acute myocardial infarction have shown success in identifying key risk factors, making this approach both relevant and supported by prior findings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * clinical diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction with ST elevation or left bundle branch blok pattern on ECG Exclusion Criteria: * acute myocardial infarction as an acute complication of coronary intervention
Where this trial is running
La Louviere, Hainaut
- Centre Hospitalier de Jolimont — La Louviere, Hainaut, Belgium (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marc J Claeys, MD.PhD — University Hospital, Antwerp
- Study coordinator: Marc J Claeys, MD PhD
- Email: marc.claeys@uantwerpen.be
- Phone: 3238214706
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Acute Myocardial Infarction, acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction, predictors of mortality, reperfusion therapy