Registry for anesthesia during transcatheter aortic valve implantation
Anesthesia for Catheter Aortic Valve ImplantATIOn Registry
This study is looking at how anesthesia is managed during heart valve procedures for high-risk patients to help improve care in the future.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Deutsches Herzzentrum Muenchen Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Munich, Bavaria) |
| Trial ID | NCT01390675 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational registry aims to evaluate the intraoperative anesthesiologic characteristics faced by cardiac anesthesiologists during transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) procedures. It focuses on high-risk patients who are typically considered inoperable and seeks to gather data on anesthesia management and outcomes. By documenting these experiences, the study aims to improve understanding and practices in anesthesia for TAVI. The study will include patients undergoing TAVI at a specialized cardiac center in Munich.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI).
Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance anesthesia practices and improve patient outcomes during TAVI procedures.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on a specific observational registry, similar studies in anesthesia for cardiac procedures have shown promising results in improving patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- Patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) Exclusion Criteria: \- Refusal by patient
Where this trial is running
Munich, Bavaria
- Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Department of Anaesthesiology, Technische Universität München — Munich, Bavaria, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Patrick N Mayr, M.D. — Deutsches Herzzentrum München, Technische Universität München
- Study coordinator: Patrick N Mayr, M.D.
- Email: mayrp@dhm.mhn.de
- Phone: +49 89 1218
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.