Using transthoracic echocardiography to improve care for stable chest pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a prospective observational study enrolling adults referred for TTE to evaluate stable chest pain suspected of obstructive coronary artery disease. All participants receive TTE performed according to guidelines and local protocols, and their subsequent clinical decisions and outcomes are tracked. The study will compare rates of major adverse cardiac events (MACE) and the use of downstream tests and interventions among patients managed with TTE information. Findings will show whether TTE-based imaging contributes meaningful additional information for clinical management.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* symptomatic patients with SCP suspected of obstructive CAD.
* referred for TTE for the assessment of SCP.
* ≥18 years of age.
* signed informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* acute coronary syndromes
* previous CAD or coronary revascularization
* nonsinus rhythm
* cardiomyopathy, valvular disease, congenital heart disease or left cardiac insufficiency because of other reasons

Where it's running

• Tianjin Chest Hospital
  Tianjin, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jia Zhou
• Email: zhoujiawenzhang@126.com
• Phone: +8615522485560

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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.