Evaluating new methods for predicting cardiovascular disease risk in Italy

Novel Risk Prediction Approaches for the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases in Italy: the CVRISK-IT Trial

Not applicable Interventional IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato · NCT06832644

This study is testing whether using genetic and imaging information can help people in Italy understand their risk of heart disease better and improve their health through tailored advice and treatment.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30000 (estimated)
Ages40 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorIRCCS Policlinico S. Donato Academic / other
Locations17 sites (Milan, Milan and 16 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06832644 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The CVRISK-IT study investigates the health benefits of incorporating genetic and imaging risk information for individuals at low-to-moderate or high risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in Italy. This multicenter, open randomized trial will recruit healthy participants aged 40 to 80 years from various primary care settings and assess their risk using SCORE2/SCORE2-OP models. Those identified as low-to-moderate or high risk will be randomized into groups receiving different levels of risk information alongside lifestyle advice and medical treatment. The study also aims to create a bioresource for future research on chronic diseases in the Italian population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals aged 40 to 80 years with no prior history of cardiovascular disease or diabetes.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or those outside the age range of 40 to 80 years may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the accuracy of cardiovascular disease risk prediction and improve preventive strategies for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using genetic and imaging data for risk prediction, but this specific approach is novel in the Italian context.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age: 40-80 years
* Apparently healthy individuals without previous medical history of CVD or diabetes (based on medical diagnosis)
* Participant recruitment arranged only at selected IRCCS (and associated Spokes) as part of the 'Rete Cardiologica'
* Participants must have signed the Informed Consent and Data Privacy Treatment forms
* Participants must have a personal e-mail address and internet connection

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age ≤40 or ≥80 years
* Individuals have previous medical history related to CVD (e.g., heart failure, congenital heart disorder, coronary heart disease) based on medical diagnosis
* Candidates have previously participated in clinical studies of 'Rete Cardiologica' (e.g., PREVITAL)
* Medical diagnosis of mental disorders
* Pregnancy based on self-reported information
* Previous history of type 1 or type 2 diabetes (based on medical diagnosis)
* Oncology patients (based on physician indication)

Where this trial is running

Milan, Milan and 16 other locations

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 Cardiovascular RiskGenetic Cardiovascular RiskPrimary PreventionSCORE2/2-OP
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.