Risk of malignant arrhythmias after acute coronary syndrome

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study analyzes the incidence of malignant arrhythmias, specifically sustained VT and VF, in adults admitted with acute coronary syndromes. It aims to identify timing and predictors of these events during initial hospitalization across STEMI, NSTEMI, and unstable angina. Secondary questions examine the distribution of arrhythmias, differences between polymorphic and monomorphic VT, associated in-hospital mortality, and the occurrence of asystole/PEA. The research uses existing hospital data from ICSU units to characterize risk and inform monitoring practices. Interventions are not being tested; the study observes real-world care as it occurs.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criteria Patients

* Aged 18 years or older
* With acute coronary syndrome (ST-elevation myocardial infarction, non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction, and unstable angina pectoris) or out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) due to ACS
* Admitted to the emergency cardiac care unit, emergency department, coronary care unit (CCU), intensive care unit (ICU), or cardiology ward.

Exclusion criteria

\- Patients who have indicated that their data may not be used for scientific research or for improving the quality of care.

Where it's running

• Catharina Hospital Eindhoven
  Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Luuk C Otterspoor, Dr. M.D. — Catharina Ziekenhuis Eindhoven
• Study coordinator: Maud E Kortman, M.D.
• Email: maud.kortman@catharinaziekenhuis.nl
• Phone: 040 - 239 91 11

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.