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 type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Montefiore Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (The Bronx, New York) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 1, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 2031 |
| Study ends | December 2031 |
| Registry record updated | August 10, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06610019 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
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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
- 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.