Registry of stenting procedures for coronary bifurcation lesions
Official title: International Prospective Register on Treatment of Coronary Artery Bifurcation Lesions
Run by Meshalkin Research Institute of Pathology of Circulation · NCT03450577 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is collecting information on how well stenting works for patients with specific heart artery blockages to see what happens to them over five years.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 5000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Meshalkin Research Institute of Pathology of Circulation Research network |
| Locations | 1 site (Novosibirsk, Novosibirsk Oblast) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 1, 2018 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2021 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | March 11, 2019 |
| Trial ID | NCT03450577 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with any type of bifurcation lesion in a major epicardial artery.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who refuse 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
The International Bifurcation Study is an observational registry that collects real-world data on stenting procedures for patients with coronary bifurcation lesions. It aims to analyze long-term clinical outcomes and identify predictors of adverse events following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Patients who meet the inclusion criteria will undergo PCI according to standard care and will be monitored for five years. This multi-center approach allows for a comprehensive understanding of treatment effectiveness across various healthcare settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve treatment strategies and outcomes for patients with coronary bifurcation lesions.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in similar observational approaches, indicating the potential for valuable insights from this registry.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Any type of bifurcation lesion in major epicardial artery Exclusion Criteria: * Patient refused informed consent to participate in the registry
Where it's running
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Meshalkin National Research Center
Novosibirsk, Novosibirsk Oblast, Russia Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Dmitrii Khelimskii, MD — Meshalkin National Medical Research Center
- Study coordinator: Dmitrii Khelimskii, MD
- Email: dkhelim@mail.ru
- Phone: +79137069256
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Crossover vs Accurate Ostial Stenting for Left Main Bifurcation Lesions
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Comparing two strategies for treating coronary bifurcation lesions
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This study is testing whether drug-coated balloons or drug-eluting stents work better for treating tough blockages in heart arteries where they branch, focusing on patients with different types of heart issues.
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.