Registry for patients with coronary artery disease undergoing imaging

Multifactorial Analysis of Coronary Artery Plaques Using INtracoronary IMAGing for Exploration of Atherosclerotic Determinants and Progression - the MAIN-IMAGE Registry

Observational Goethe University · NCT06302777

This study collects information from patients with coronary artery disease who have had heart imaging to see how the details of their plaque might relate to heart problems in the future.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorGoethe University Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Frankfurt am Main, Hesse and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06302777 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational registry collects data from patients with chronic or acute coronary syndrome who have undergone intracoronary imaging during cardiac catheterization. The study aims to analyze plaque characteristics identified through optical coherence tomography (OCT) or intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) to determine their association with adverse cardiac events, such as myocardial infarction and the progression of atherosclerosis. By gathering this information, the registry seeks to enhance understanding of coronary artery disease and improve patient outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this registry are patients with chronic or acute coronary syndrome who are scheduled for pre-intervention optical coherence tomography imaging.

Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing optical coherence tomography imaging or those with other unrelated cardiac conditions may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better risk stratification and management strategies for patients with coronary artery disease.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing intracoronary imaging techniques have shown promise in identifying plaque characteristics linked to adverse cardiac events, suggesting that this approach is supported by prior research.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

patients undergoing pre-intervention optical coherence tomography imaging

Exclusion Criteria:

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Where this trial is running

Frankfurt am Main, Hesse and 1 other locations

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 Coronary Artery Disease
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