Clinical trial Recruiting at 4 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

Registry for evaluating care in acute coronary syndrome

Official title: Future Optimal Research and Care Evaluation: On the Way to "Personalized Medicine" With an Ongoing Registry of Patients in Daily Clinical Practice (Hart Beter/ FORCE-ACS)

Run by St. Antonius Hospital · NCT03823547 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a registry to track how well different treatments and devices work for people with acute coronary syndrome in real-life situations.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment99999 (estimated)
SponsorSt. Antonius Hospital
Academic / other
Locations4 sites (Apeldoorn, Gelderland and 3 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2015
Main results expectedJune 30, 2050
Study endsJune 30, 2050
Registry record updatedJanuary 30, 2019
Trial IDNCT03823547 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who present with acute coronary syndrome.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to provide informed consent 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 create a registry to evaluate the long-term clinical impact of diagnostics, treatments, and devices used for acute coronary syndrome (ACS). It addresses the limitations of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) by capturing real-world data on patient characteristics and treatment outcomes. The study will involve prospective registration of patients presenting with ACS, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of care quality and effectiveness in routine clinical practice. The use of electronic patient records will facilitate the collection of clinical parameters and outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved quality of care and treatment outcomes for patients with acute coronary syndrome.

How similar studies have gone: Other observational studies have shown success in evaluating real-world treatment effectiveness, making this approach promising.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients presenting with ACS
* Age ≥ 18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* No oral or signed informed consent available.

Where it's running

  • Gelre Ziekenhuizem
    Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands
    Recruiting
  • Rijnstate Arnhem
    Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands
    Recruiting
  • Gelderse Vallei
    Ede, Gelderland, Netherlands
    Recruiting
  • Ziekenhuis Rivierenland
    Tiel, Gelderland, Netherlands
    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.