Examining the link between obesity and heart health in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

Association of Obesity and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy : a Korean Nationwide Cohort Study

Observational Ajou University School of Medicine · NCT05645939

This study looks at how being overweight affects heart health in Asian patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment30000 (estimated)
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAjou University School of Medicine Academic / other
Locations1 site (Suwon, Gyeong-gido)
Trial IDNCT05645939 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the relationship between obesity, measured by BMI and waist circumference, and cardiovascular outcomes in Asian patients diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Utilizing a nationwide cohort from the Korean National Health Insurance Service, the study analyzes data from patients diagnosed between 2015 and 2020. It collects comprehensive demographic, health, and lifestyle information to assess how obesity impacts clinical outcomes in this specific patient population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Asian patients newly diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy between 2015 and 2020.

Not a fit: Patients under 20 years old, those diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy before 2015, or individuals with cancer may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into how obesity affects heart health in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, potentially guiding treatment strategies.

How similar studies have performed: While the association between obesity and cardiovascular outcomes has been explored, this specific focus on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in an Asian population is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients newly diagnosed with HCMP between January 2015 and December 2020

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged \<20 years
* Patients diagnosed with HCMP before 2015
* Patients with cancer

Where this trial is running

Suwon, Gyeong-gido

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 ObesityHypertrophic CardiomyopathyCardiovascular Morbidityhypertrophic cardiomyopathyobesity paradox
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.