Long-term follow-up of patients with inflammatory cardiomyopathy

Follow-up of the Inflammatory Cardiomyopathy Cohort of SFB/TR19

Observational University Medicine Greifswald · NCT02971267

This study follows patients with inflammatory cardiomyopathy over time to see how their condition changes and to collect important information for future heart research.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Medicine Greifswald Academic / other
Locations1 site (Greifswald, MV)
Trial IDNCT02971267 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study involves the ongoing follow-up of patients diagnosed with inflammatory cardiomyopathy, who were initially recruited by the SFB/TR19 project. Participants will undergo annual assessments, or more frequent evaluations if clinically necessary, using standardized protocols to gather medical history, conduct examinations, and analyze laboratory biomarkers. Additionally, various biomaterials will be collected for biobanking purposes to support future research. The aim is to monitor the progression of the condition and gather valuable data for understanding cardiomyopathies and heart failure.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who have previously participated in the baseline examination of the SFB/TR19 project and have been diagnosed with inflammatory cardiomyopathy.

Not a fit: Patients who have not been diagnosed with inflammatory cardiomyopathy or did not participate in the baseline examination of the SFB/TR19 project may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding and management of inflammatory cardiomyopathy, leading to improved patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While this study builds on existing knowledge from the SFB/TR19 project, the specific long-term follow-up approach for inflammatory cardiomyopathy may provide novel insights into the condition.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Participation in baseline examination of SFB/TR19

Exclusion Criteria:

* none

Where this trial is running

Greifswald, MV

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 CardiomyopathiesHeart Failureheart failurecardiomyopathymyocarditis
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.