Registry and biobank for patients with pulmonary hypertension
Giessen Pulmonary Hypertension Registry and Biobank
University of Giessen · NCT04145024
This study is trying to see how long people with pulmonary hypertension can live without needing a transplant and what factors might affect their survival.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Giessen (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Giessen) |
| Trial ID | NCT04145024 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to investigate long-term transplant-free survival and its determinants in patients diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension through right heart catheterization. It will collect data within a prospective registry at a single referral center in Giessen, Germany. The registry will help in understanding the progression of the disease and factors influencing patient outcomes over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension confirmed by right heart catheterization.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term management and survival of patients with pulmonary hypertension.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is observational and may not be novel, similar registries have previously provided important data on patient outcomes in chronic conditions.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Right heart catheterization for PH diagnosis in Giessen Exclusion Criteria: * informed consent missing
Where this trial is running
Giessen
- Department of Intermal Medicine - Universities of Giessen and Marburg Lung Center — Giessen, Germany (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Khodr Tello, MD — University Clinics of Giessen and Marburg
- Study coordinator: Khodr Tello, MD
- Email: khodr.tello@innere.med.uni-giessen.de
- Phone: 0641/985-51250
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Pulmonary Hypertension