Evaluating coronary stenosis prognosis using intracoronary imaging

Prognosis of Coronary Stenosis Based on Intracoronary Imaging; A Multicenter, Prospective Observational Study

Observational Asan Medical Center · NCT02792075

This study is testing how advanced imaging techniques can help doctors understand the long-term health of patients with narrowed heart arteries.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment4000 (estimated)
Ages19 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAsan Medical Center Academic / other
Locations15 sites (Seoul, Songpa-gu and 14 other locations)
Trial IDNCT02792075 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the prognosis of coronary stenosis by utilizing advanced intracoronary imaging techniques such as VH-IVUS, OCT, and NIRS. It involves a multicenter approach with a 5-year follow-up period to gather comprehensive data on patients with coronary artery disease. Participants will undergo intracoronary imaging and will be monitored over time to evaluate outcomes related to their coronary health.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with coronary artery disease who can undergo intracoronary imaging and provide written consent.

Not a fit: Patients with severe calcification, previous bypass surgery, or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the prognosis of coronary artery disease, potentially leading to improved patient management and treatment strategies.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing intracoronary imaging techniques have shown promise in improving the understanding of coronary artery disease, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with intracoronary imaging
* Written consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Severe calcification and/or severe tortuosity
* Lesion with previous bypass graft surgery (CABG)
* Left ventricular ejection fraction less than 30 %
* Coronary spasm
* Life expectancy less than 2 years
* Pregnancy or breast-feeding

Where this trial is running

Seoul, Songpa-gu and 14 other locations

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.
Conditions Coronary Artery DiseaseCoronary StenosisIntracoronary ImagingVH-IVUSOCTNIRSgray scale IVUS
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.