Registry of emotional stress in patients undergoing coronary interventions
Tilburg Health Outcomes Registry of Emotional Stress in Coronary Intervention
This study looks at how emotional stress affects the long-term health of people with heart disease after they have heart procedures.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 3000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Tilburg University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tilburg, North Brabant) |
| Trial ID | NCT02621216 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the long-term effects of percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) on patients with coronary heart disease, focusing on the psychological risk factors that may influence their prognosis. It seeks to understand the interplay between psychological factors and cardiovascular outcomes, as well as the adherence to current treatment guidelines. The study will involve a large real-world clinical sample to gather data on the emotional and psychological well-being of patients post-PCI.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention and can communicate effectively in Dutch.
Not a fit: Patients with life-threatening comorbidities or cognitive disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved psychological screening and support for patients undergoing PCI, enhancing their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited long-term follow-up data on the psychological impacts of PCI, the study's approach to examining multiple psychological risk factors is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * PCI * Sufficient understanding of Dutch language Exclusion Criteria: * life threatening comorbidity (e.g., metastasized cancer) * cognitive disorder
Where this trial is running
Tilburg, North Brabant
- Elisabeth-TweeSteden hospital — Tilburg, North Brabant, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nina Kupper, PhD — Tilburg University
- Study coordinator: Nina Kupper, PhD
- Email: h.m.kupper@tilburguniversity.edu
- Phone: +31134662956
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.