Understanding iron levels in heart attack patients
Iron Deficiency in Acute Myocardial Infarction: Prevalence Pilot Study
This study is testing how common iron deficiency is in adults who have just had a heart attack to help understand its effects on recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Middlesbrough, Teesside and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06457815 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational pilot study aims to assess the prevalence of iron deficiency in patients who have experienced an acute myocardial infarction. Conducted at a single NHS Trust, the study will involve testing iron levels in consenting adult patients within 10 days of their heart attack. By collecting data from medical records and iron level tests, the researchers hope to gather preliminary information that will inform a larger-scale study on the impact of iron deficiency on recovery after heart attacks.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adult patients who have experienced a type 1 myocardial infarction within the last 10 days and can provide informed consent.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the inclusion criteria or have not experienced a myocardial infarction will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of iron deficiency in heart attack patients, potentially enhancing recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific focus on iron levels post-myocardial infarction is less explored, related studies on iron's role in heart conditions have shown promising results, indicating potential for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion: 1. \- Adults patients who sign an informed consent form. 2. \- Type 1 myocardial infarction within the previous 10 days Exclusion 1 - Not fulfilling inclusion criteria
Where this trial is running
Middlesbrough, Teesside and 1 other locations
- South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust — Middlesbrough, Teesside, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
- South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust — Middlesbrough, United Kingdom (Not_yet_recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David Austin, MD — South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Study coordinator: David Austin, MD
- Email: david.austin@nhs.net
- Phone: 01642850850
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.