Registry for vascular access in cardiac procedures
Vascular Access Registry (VARegistry) - Prospective Registry of Vascular Access
This study is looking at different ways to access blood vessels during heart procedures to see which methods work best and are safest for patients over 18.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1157 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital of Patras Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Pátrai, ACHAIA) |
| Trial ID | NCT06942260 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Vascular Access Registry (VARegistry) is a prospective patient registry aimed at documenting vascular access methods used during percutaneous cardiac procedures at the University General Hospital of Patras. The study will include patients over 18 years of age who require such procedures, utilizing various techniques for vascular puncture based on operator preference and patient anatomy. The registry will collect data on the effectiveness and safety of different access routes, including the traditional femoral approach and the newer distal transradial approach. This observational study will help establish best practices for vascular access in cardiac interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this registry are patients over 18 years old who are indicated for any percutaneous cardiac procedure.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require a percutaneous cardiac procedure will not benefit from this registry.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could improve patient outcomes by identifying the safest and most effective vascular access methods for cardiac procedures.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar approaches to vascular access, particularly in demonstrating the benefits of the distal transradial approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Indication for percutaneous cardiac procedure Exclusion Criteria: * No exclusion criteria exist
Where this trial is running
Pátrai, ACHAIA
- Cardiology Department, University Hospital of Patras — Pátrai, Achaia, Greece (Recruiting)
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.