Evaluating aspirin's effectiveness in patients with chronic coronary syndromes who can't undergo revascularization

Efficacy and Safety of Aspirin in Patients With Chronic Coronary Syndromes Without Revascularization

PHASE4 · Kyoto University, Graduate School of Medicine · NCT05347069

This study is testing whether aspirin can help people with chronic coronary syndromes who can't have surgery to improve their heart health.

Quick facts

PhasePHASE4
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment2890 (estimated)
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorKyoto University, Graduate School of Medicine (other)
Locations1 site (Kyoto)
Trial IDNCT05347069 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of aspirin in patients diagnosed with chronic coronary syndromes who are not candidates for revascularization procedures. It is a multicenter, randomized, open-label trial that will compare outcomes between patients receiving aspirin and those not receiving it. The study addresses a gap in current knowledge regarding the use of aspirin for secondary prevention in this specific patient population, as previous research has primarily focused on other groups. By evaluating the impact of aspirin on cardiovascular events and safety in these patients, the study seeks to provide valuable insights into its potential benefits.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients with chronic coronary syndromes who have significant coronary artery stenosis but are not eligible for revascularization.

Not a fit: Patients who have a history of acute coronary syndromes or those who are already on mandatory antithrombotic therapy other than aspirin may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide evidence for the use of aspirin as a preventive treatment in patients with chronic coronary syndromes, potentially improving their cardiovascular outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While aspirin has been established for acute coronary syndromes, this specific approach in chronic coronary syndromes without revascularization is novel and has not been extensively tested in previous studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with chronic coronary syndromes with ≧50% diameter stenosis in one or more major coronary vessels/major branches on coronary CT or coronary angiography but not eligible for coronary revascularization
* Patients for whom consent can be obtained

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with history of acute coronary syndromes (ACS)
* Patients with history of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
* Patients with left main trunk stenosis (≥50%)
* Patients for whom aspirin administration is mandatory
* Patients undergoing antithrombotic therapy other than aspirin
* Patients with atrial fibrillation
* Patients with history of stroke within six months
* Patients scheduled for major surgical procedures that will require aspirin discontinuation
* Patients with contraindication of aspirin
* Patients expected to have a prognosis of 1 year or less due to comorbidities
* Women of child-bearing potential or women who have a positive pregnancy test at enrolment or randomization
* Patients who are judged by attending physicians to be inappropriate to participate in this study

Where this trial is running

Kyoto

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Stable Angina Pectoris, Coronary Artery Disease, Ischemic Heart Disease, Chronic Coronary Syndrome, Aspirin

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.