Investigating heart disease risk factors in psoriasis patients
Official title: PSOCADIA: Prevalence and Risk Factors asSOciated With CArdiac comorbiDIty in psoriAsis
Run by Herlev and Gentofte Hospital · NCT04950218 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see if certain heart-related markers can help predict heart disease risk in people with psoriasis.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Herlev and Gentofte Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hellerup, Copenhagne) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 1, 2021 |
| Main results expected | October 1, 2034 |
| Study ends | October 1, 2034 |
| Registry record updated | September 15, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT04950218 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 years or older with a diagnosis of psoriasis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are unable to cooperate with the study or cannot understand and sign informed consent 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 explore the relationship between cardiac biomarkers and advanced echocardiography in patients with psoriasis. By enrolling a cohort of 1,000 participants, the researchers will assess whether these biomarkers can serve as prognostic indicators for cardiovascular disease. The study focuses on the shared inflammatory pathways between psoriasis and cardiovascular conditions, examining how these factors contribute to heart disease risk. The findings may enhance understanding of cardiovascular health in individuals suffering from psoriasis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved cardiovascular risk assessment and management for patients with psoriasis.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated a high prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors in psoriasis patients, suggesting that this approach has potential based on existing epidemiological evidence.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients 18 years or older with a diagnosis of psoriasis will be invited to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Patients not able to cooperate to the study * Patients unable understand and sign informed consent
Where it's running
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Department of Cardiology, Herlev and Gentofte University Hospital, University of Copenhagen
Hellerup, Copenhagne, Denmark Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Maria F Dons, MD
- Email: mariaflarupdons@hotmail.com
- Phone: +4560604780
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.