Investigating the role of immune cell processes in coronary artery disease

Role of Mitophagy in Myeloid Cells During Coronary Atherosclerosis.

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon · NCT05708547

This study is trying to see if changes in immune cells can help us understand coronary artery disease better by comparing patients with and without atherosclerosis.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment50 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon (other)
Locations1 site (Dijon)
Trial IDNCT05708547 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the role of mitophagy in myeloid cells during coronary atherosclerosis by comparing patients with atherosclerosis to those without. It will involve collecting blood and myocardial tissue samples from 50 patients scheduled for cardiac surgeries, divided into two groups based on their coronary health. The study seeks to identify a non-invasive marker for immune cell reprogramming associated with atherosclerosis, which could enhance understanding of the disease's progression. Participation will last for one month, and the study will be conducted at the Dijon Bourgogne University Hospital.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients scheduled for cardiac bypass or valve surgery who meet specific health criteria related to coronary and peripheral artery conditions.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions that alter mitochondrial function or those under legal protection measures will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to the identification of new biomarkers for coronary atherosclerosis, improving early detection and treatment strategies.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study is novel, similar studies have shown promise in understanding immune cell roles in atherosclerosis.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

- Person who provides oral consent

Group 1:

- Patient scheduled for cardiac bypass surgery (isolated procedure) with extracorporeal circulation

Group 2:

* Patient scheduled for valve ou ascending aorta surgery with extracorporeal circulation
* No coronary lesion
* No peripheral arterial disease (limbs, carotids, aortic aneurysm)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Person not affiliated with national health care system
* Medication that alters mitochondrial function (Chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, rapamycin, carbamazepine, resveratrol, sildenafil)
* Person under a legal protection measure (curatorship, guardianship, tutorship)
* Pregnant, parturient or breastfeeding women
* Major unable to express consent
* Minor

Where this trial is running

Dijon

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Coronary Atherosclerosis

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.