Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

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 typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment3000 (estimated)
SponsorNaval Hospital, Athens
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Athens, Athens)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 2014
Main results expectedDecember 2025
Study endsDecember 2035
Registry record updatedFebruary 27, 2017
Trial IDNCT03065413 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

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Inclusion Criteria:

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Exclusion Criteria:

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Where it's running

  • Athens Naval Hospital
    Athens, Athens, Greece
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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