Collecting tissue samples to study inflammation after heart surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to create a comprehensive database of tissue samples collected from patients undergoing cardiac surgery to analyze the inflammatory response associated with these procedures. It focuses on protein analyses and genetic testing for neurotransmitters in blood and tissues to identify disease markers related to heart disease. The study is observational and will continuously recruit participants to build a biobank that can support various future research initiatives.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients undergoing cardiac surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

* None.

Where it's running

• University Hospital RWTH Aachen, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
  Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Andreas Goetzenich, PD Dr. med. — Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Study coordinator: Andreas Goetzenich, PD Dr. med.
• Email: agoetzenich@ukaachen.de
• Phone: +49 241 80 35556

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.