Investigating coronary collateral circulation in diabetic patients with blocked arteries

The Development of Coronary Collateralization in Type 2 Diabetic Patients With Chronic Total Occlusion

Observational Ruijin Hospital · NCT06054126

This study looks at how having blocked arteries affects the heart's backup blood flow in people with Type 2 diabetes to see if it helps their heart health over time.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
SponsorRuijin Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai)
Trial IDNCT06054126 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on understanding the factors that influence the development of coronary collateral circulation in patients with Type 2 diabetes who have chronic total occlusion of coronary arteries. It involves enrolling consecutive patients with at least one total occlusion, grading their collateral circulation using the Rentrop method, and analyzing their clinical and laboratory characteristics at hospital admission. Additionally, the study will evaluate cardiac function through echocardiography one year after enrollment to assess the impact of collateral circulation on heart health.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-90 with Type 2 diabetes and at least one coronary artery lesion that is totally occluded.

Not a fit: Patients with severe kidney impairment, advanced heart failure, or recent coronary interventions may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of coronary artery disease in diabetic patients, potentially enhancing their cardiac health.

How similar studies have performed: While studies on coronary collateral circulation exist, this specific focus on Type 2 diabetic patients with chronic total occlusion is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18-90 years
* Type 2 diabetes diagnosed by one of the following criteria:

HbA1c \>/= 6.5% Fasting plasma glucose \>/= 7.0 mmol/l (confirmed) 2h plasma glucose value during OGTT \>/= 11.1 mmol/l Already receiving glucose-lowering agents.

* At least one lesion with angiographic total occlusion

Exclusion Criteria:

* eGFR\<15mL/(min·1.73m2)
* chronic heart failure with NYHA grade ≥3
* had a history of coronary artery bypass grafting
* had received a percutaneous coronary intervention within the prior 3 months
* Malignant tumor or immune system disorders
* Pulmonary heart disease

Where this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai

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 Chronic Total Occlusion of Coronary ArteryDiabetes Mellitus, Type 2AtherosclerosisCoronary artery disease
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.