Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 60 and up

Observational study on heart failure in the elderly

Official title: A Community-based Cohort Study on Early Screening of Heart Failure in Elderly Population in Shanghai

Run by Shanghai East Hospital · NCT06673615 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at heart failure in older adults in Shanghai to see how common it is and what affects it, while also creating a database to help improve care for these patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages60 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment8000 (estimated)
SponsorShanghai East Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 15, 2024
Main results expectedAugust 30, 2034
Study endsAugust 30, 2044
Registry record updatedNovember 5, 2024
Trial IDNCT06673615 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are elderly individuals aged 60 years or older who are willing to participate and provide informed consent.

Probably not a fit

Patients with end-stage heart failure or those who refuse to participate will 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 investigate the epidemiological characteristics of heart failure among the elderly population in the Beicai community of Shanghai. It will construct a community-based database and biobank to analyze the prevalence, prognosis, and influencing factors of different stages of heart failure. Participants aged 60 years or older will undergo baseline assessments, including questionnaires, physical examinations, and laboratory tests, with follow-ups every two years to monitor cardiovascular events and mortality. The study seeks to identify effective screening and management strategies for heart failure in this demographic.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved early detection and management strategies for heart failure in the elderly, potentially enhancing patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in similar observational approaches to understanding heart failure epidemiology, making this study a valuable addition to existing research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age ≥60 years
2. Cooperate in participating in research and sign informed consent forms

Exclusion Criteria:

1. End stage heart failure patients
2. Refusal to participate in this study
3. Patients who are not suitable to participate in this study by Researchers\'s evaluation

Where it's running

  • Shanghai East Hospital
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    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.