Evaluating the safety and effectiveness of rotational atherectomy in clinical practice
Official title: Evaluation of Effectiveness and Safety of Rotational Atherectomy in Routine Clinical Practice; A Multicenter, Prospective Observational Study
Run by Asan Medical Center · NCT03427996 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing how safe and effective rotational atherectomy is for patients aged 19 and older in real-life hospital settings.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Asan Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 8 sites (Bucheon-si and 7 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 4, 2018 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2029 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2034 |
| Registry record updated | January 2, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT03427996 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 19 and older who have received rotational atherectomy.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a life expectancy of less than one year may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study assesses how effective and safe rotational atherectomy is when used in routine clinical settings. It involves patients aged 19 and older who have undergone the procedure and have provided informed consent. The study aims to gather real-world data on patient outcomes following the intervention, contributing to a better understanding of its clinical utility. The research is conducted across multiple hospitals in South Korea.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of rotational atherectomy, potentially improving treatment strategies for patients with coronary artery disease.
How similar studies have gone: While this study focuses on routine clinical practice, similar studies evaluating rotational atherectomy have shown promising results, indicating its potential effectiveness.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients ≥ 19 years old * Patients who received rotational atherectomy * The patient or guardian agrees to the study protocol and the schedule of clinical follow-up and provides informed, written consent, as approved by the appropriate Institutional Review Board/Ethics Committee of the respective clinical site. Exclusion Criteria: * Life expectancy \<1y
Where it's running
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Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital Bucheon
Bucheon-si, South Korea Recruiting -
Daegu Catholic University Medical Center
Daegu, South Korea Recruiting -
Asan Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea Recruiting -
Chungnam National University Hospital
Daejeon, South Korea Terminated -
The Catholic University of Korea, Daejeon ST. Mary's Hospital
Daejeon, South Korea Withdrawn -
Chonnam National University Hospital
Gwangju, South Korea Not yet recruiting
Show 2 more locations
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Inje University Pusan Paik Hospital
Pusan, South Korea Terminated -
Bundang CHA Hospital
Seongnam, South Korea Terminated
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Seung-jung Park, MD
- Email: sjpark@amc.seoul.kr
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.