Examining the link between obesity and heart outcomes in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy
Association of Obesity and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Dilated Cardiomyopathy : a Korean Nationwide Cohort Study
This study looks at how being overweight affects heart health in Asian patients with dilated cardiomyopathy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ajou University School of Medicine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Suwon, Gyeong-gido) |
| Trial ID | NCT05645952 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the relationship between obesity and cardiovascular outcomes in Asian patients diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCMP). Utilizing a nationwide cohort from the Korean National Health Insurance Service, the study analyzes data from patients diagnosed between 2015 and 2020, focusing on various measures of adiposity such as BMI and waist circumference. The study collects comprehensive demographic and health data, including comorbidities and lifestyle factors, to evaluate how these variables impact clinical outcomes in this patient population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Asian patients newly diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy between 2015 and 2020.
Not a fit: Patients under 20 years old or those with other significant heart conditions or cancers will 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 dilated cardiomyopathy, potentially guiding treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored the obesity paradox in cardiovascular diseases, suggesting potential relevance, but this specific approach in the context of DCMP is less commonly examined.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients newly diagnosed with DCMP between January 2015 and December 2020. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients aged \<20 years * Patients already diagnosed with DCMP before 2015 * Patients with coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and the cancer
Where this trial is running
Suwon, Gyeong-gido
- Ajou University School of Medicine — Suwon, Gyeong-gido, Korea, Republic of (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Kwang-No LEE
- Email: knlee81@ajou.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-9286-1123
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.