Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 20 to 89

Improving heart attack risk assessment using machine learning in stress echocardiography

Official title: Machine Learning in Quantitative Stress Echocardiography

Run by Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust · NCT04193475 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if new computer tools can help doctors better spot heart attack risks in patients using a heart ultrasound test done under stress.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages20 Years to 89 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1250 (estimated)
SponsorHull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Government
Locations1 site (Cottingham)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 22, 2019
Main results expectedAugust 1, 2021
Study endsMarch 1, 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 17, 2026
Trial IDNCT04193475 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who are clinically suitable for stress echocardiography examinations.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not require stress echocardiography or have contraindications for the procedure 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 aims to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of stress echocardiography, a test that uses ultrasound to evaluate heart function under stress. By developing advanced machine learning tools, the researchers will analyze echocardiographic scans to better identify patients at risk of heart attacks. The study will focus on measuring heart muscle function and detecting abnormalities through innovative analysis techniques. This approach seeks to reduce the need for invasive tests and improve patient outcomes by providing more precise diagnoses.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate assessments of heart attack risk, ultimately improving patient management and reducing unnecessary invasive procedures.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in improving diagnostic accuracy with similar approaches, indicating potential for success in this novel application.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinically suitable for stress echocardiography examination

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Castle Hill Hospital
    Cottingham, United Kingdom
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.