Registry of patients with acute cardiovascular disease in a cardiac intensive care unit
A Prospective Observational Study of Patients Admitted to a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Due to Acute CardioVascular Disease.
This study is looking at patients with serious heart conditions in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit to see how they do during and after their hospital stay.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Ioannina Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ioannina, Epirus) |
| Trial ID | NCT06081205 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study collects data from patients admitted to the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) with acute cardiovascular diseases such as cardiogenic shock and acute myocardial infarction. The aim is to investigate clinical characteristics, outcomes, and factors predicting in-hospital mortality, while comparing results with established risk scores. Participants will be monitored during their hospitalization and for one year post-discharge, with data collected from medical records after obtaining informed consent. No additional treatments or visits are required beyond standard care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients admitted to the CICU with acute cardiovascular conditions requiring intensive treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions not requiring CICU admission may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve understanding of acute cardiovascular disease outcomes and enhance patient care strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in similar observational approaches, indicating potential for valuable insights.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * All patients admitted to the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) through the Emergency Department of the UHI * All patients transferred to the CICU from other hospital departments or other regional secondary hospitals * Patients with an acute cardiovascular disease that requires treatment in a CICU * Patients who are under scientific supervision of the 2nd Department of Cardiology * Patients (or their relative/legal representatives) that have signed the informed consent form Exclusion Criteria: None
Where this trial is running
Ioannina, Epirus
- University Hospital of Ioannina — Ioannina, Epirus, Greece (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Katerina K Naka, MD, PhD
- Email: anaka@uoi.gr
- Phone: +30 26510 99111
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.