Impact of air quality on early coronary artery disease

Influence of Air Quality on the Development and Progression of Premature Coronary Artery Disease

Observational Fundacin Biomedica Galicia Sur · NCT06464042

This study looks at how air pollution affects the early development of heart disease in people aged 18 to 40.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment4272 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 40 Years
SexAll
SponsorFundacin Biomedica Galicia Sur Academic / other
Locations1 site (Vigo, Pontevedra)
Trial IDNCT06464042 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate how environmental pollutants affect the early onset and progression of coronary artery disease (CAD) in individuals aged 18 to 40. By employing a retrospective analytical case-control design, the study will analyze data from patients with a history of CAD and compare it to a control group without such a diagnosis. The research will also consider gender differences in the impact of air quality on CAD. The findings could provide valuable insights into the relationship between air pollution and heart health in younger populations.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are men and women aged 18 to 40 with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease.

Not a fit: Patients over 40 years old or those without a diagnosis of coronary artery disease are unlikely to benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved public health policies aimed at reducing air pollution and its associated risks for young individuals with coronary artery disease.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have indicated a correlation between air pollution and cardiovascular diseases, suggesting that this approach is supported by existing evidence.

Eligibility criteria

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CASES:

Inclusion Criteria:

* Women and men between 18 and 40 years old with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease coded in their medical records in Galicia

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not having a postal code and primary care center assigned in their medical records in Galicia

CONTROL

Inclusion Criteria:

* Women and men between 18 and 40 years old with no diagnosis or history of CAD or other coronary disease coded in their medical records

Exclusion Criteria:

* Present with non-ischemic coronary diseas.
* Have a serious condition that affects or decreases life expectancy.
* Do not have a postal code or primary care center assigned in their medical records in Galicia

Where this trial is running

Vigo, Pontevedra

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 Disease PrematureAngina, StableAcute Coronary SyndromeMINOCAMyocardial InfarctionAir pollutionyoung
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.