Study on cardiovascular health in naval personnel
Official title: The PrOspeCtive HEllenic NAval PersoNnel StUdy in CardiovaScular Diseases (OCEANUS Study)
Run by Naval Hospital, Athens · NCT03065413 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is tracking the heart health of new naval cadets over ten years to see how their diet, exercise, and mental health affect their risk of heart disease.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 3000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Naval Hospital, Athens Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Athens, Athens) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 2014 |
| Main results expected | December 2025 |
| Study ends | December 2035 |
| Registry record updated | February 27, 2017 |
| Trial ID | NCT03065413 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are newly appointed first-year cadets in Naval Academies.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not enrolled in the Naval Academies or who do not provide signed 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
This observational study aims to track the incidence and prevalence of cardiovascular diseases among newly appointed cadets in Naval Academies from 2014 to 2025. Participants will undergo physical examinations and complete questionnaires regarding their dietary habits, physical activity, and mental health, including anxiety and depression levels. Blood tests will also be conducted to gather comprehensive health data. Follow-up interviews will occur every three years, with a total follow-up period extending ten years after the last class enrollment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the cardiovascular health of naval personnel, potentially leading to improved prevention and management strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies focusing on cardiovascular health in military populations have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is supported by existing research.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- Exclusion Criteria: * Non signed consent form
Where it's running
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Athens Naval Hospital
Athens, Athens, Greece Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Aikaterini Roumpi, MD MSc — Athens Naval Hospital
- Study coordinator: Antonios Mastrokostopoulos, MD MSc
- Email: amastrokostopoulos@yahoo.com
- Phone: 00302107261000
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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.