Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Study of heart conditions using advanced imaging techniques

Official title: Risk Stratification of Ischemic and Non-ischemic Cardiomyopathies in Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups in the Bronx - Cardiovascular Multimodality Imaging Study

Run by Montefiore Medical Center · NCT06610019 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find out what causes different heart conditions in Hispanic and African American people in the Bronx by using advanced imaging techniques.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorMontefiore Medical Center
Academic / other
Locations1 site (The Bronx, New York)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 1, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 2031
Study endsDecember 2031
Registry record updatedAugust 10, 2026
Trial IDNCT06610019 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 years or older who are referred for a cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging study within the Montefiore Health System.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not meet the inclusion criteria or are under 18 years old 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

This observational study aims to determine the causes of various cardiomyopathies in a diverse patient population, particularly focusing on Hispanic and African American individuals in the Bronx. By utilizing advanced cardiovascular imaging modalities, including cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging, the study seeks to gather data on the prevalence and characteristics of cardiovascular diseases in these minority groups. The research will help in understanding the etiology of cardiovascular diseases and improve risk stratification for optimal treatment strategies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment strategies for cardiovascular diseases in minority populations.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in utilizing advanced imaging techniques for cardiovascular disease assessment, but this specific focus on minority populations is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Any adult patient (18 years or older) referred for a cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging study in the Montefiore Health System

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any patient who does not meet above criteria

Where it's running

  • Montefiore Health System
    The Bronx, New York, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Leandro Slipczuk, MD, PhD — Montefiore Medical Center
  • Study coordinator: Annalisa Filtz, MD
  • Email: afiltz@montefiore.org
  • Phone: 929-232-9798

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.