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Filter by:The purpose of this study is to predict any changes in the side branch after stenting the main branch blood vessel using three dimensional intravascular images. (Frequency domain optical coherence tomography FD OCT). Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is an established medical imaging technique that uses light to capture high-resolution, three-dimensional images of blood vessels. These images will be used before and after implanting the stent in the main blood vessel. Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) test, which makes it possible for the interventional cardiologist to calculate blood flow across an area of a coronary artery, will be done after stenting and will help to determine if there are any changes in the side branch blood flow.
The mainstay for treatment for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) focusses on re-establishing and maintaining the patency of vessels following coronary plaque disruption, through the use of anti-platelets and anticoagulants. Despite advances in management ACS still carries a high risk of morbidity and mortality, thus future management is likely to target other pathways. Recent studies indicate that CD4+ T cells, and more specifically Treg cells, are important for the control of post-ischemic immune responses and the promotion of myocardial healing. The investigators therefore hypothesise that expansion of Treg cells in patients with ACS dampens the activation of the immune response and promotes both plaque and myocardial healing. The investigators hypothesise that this can be achieved through subcutaneous administration of low doses of interleukin-2 (IL-2). IL-2 supplementation appears to be an attractive therapeutic option playing a key role in Treg cell development, expansion, survival and suppressive function.
Objective: To evaluate the safety of bioresorbable polymer-coated everolimus-eluting Synergy® stent followed by 1-month dual antiplatelet therapy in patients at high-bleeding risk. Study population: Real world high-bleeding risk (HBR) patients with coronary artery disease (stable as well as acute coronary syndromes) who qualify for percutaneous coronary interventions. Study size: A total of 1023 patients will be enrolled. Study design: Prospective, single-arm, multicentre trial, powered for non-inferiority with respect to objective performance criteria (OPC). Antiplatelet therapy: Dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin 100 mg od and a P2Y12 inhibitor for a duration of 1 month, after which single antiplatelet therapy with aspirin will be recommended indefinitely. In case of need for oral anticoagulation, patients will receive an oral anticoagulant in addition to a P2Y12 inhibitor without aspirin for 30 days. Primary endpoint: Composite of cardiac death, myocardial infarction, or definite/probable stent thrombosis at 1-year follow-up.
This trial will evaluate Orbital Atherectomy compared to conventional balloon angioplasty technique for the treatment of severely calcified lesions prior to implantation of drug-eluting stents (DES).
This study is a single-center, prospective, observational study designed to subjects presenting with stable angina pectoris or acute coronary syndromes requiring treatment of de novo lesions. Eligible subjects will have BVS scaffold implant using a high pressure post-scaffold implantation ballooning, designed to specifically address the issue of incomplete BVS expansion. OCT ( optical coherence tomography ) will be used to evaluate the change in the intraluminal scaffold volume and the prevalence of scaffold embedding from post-scaffold implantation to post-dilation high pressure (16-20 atm), non-compliant ballooning in relation to the underlying plaque.
The purpose of this study is to investigate the efficacy of Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) therapy on ventricular function in patients with coronary heart disease
To explore the efficacy of Ivabradine for the treatment of microalbuminuria in patients with type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease.
This is a 2x2 study examining the impacts of a novel exercise regimen and daily text message reminders in patients at high risk for cardiovascular disease. Patients participating in cardiac rehabilitation will be randomized to either moderate intensity continuous training (MICT) or a novel exercise regimen consisting of three periods of high intensity exercise, called BURST exercise. Additionally, half of the patients in each exercise group will be randomized to receive daily text message reminders to improve adherence to the prescribed exercise regimen.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility, tolerability, safety, and image quality of low-radiation, dynamic perfusion CT of the heart in patients with suspected ischemic chest pain and a moderate or severe stenosis seen on coronary CTA. Secondary aims include the assessment of the diagnostic accuracy of CT perfusion imaging compared to either SPECT or invasive angiography.
The recurrence of major cardiac events after infarction is very high, in some populations up to 20% in the first year. Optimal secondary prevention as organized in cardiac rehabilitation centers is effective in reducing both morbidity and mortality. However, many studies have shown that the participation and adherence rate in CR-programs is low in most European countries. Therefore, novel ways of delivering secondary prevention using information technology and self-monitoring are being explored. Hence, this study will investigate the effectiveness of a mobile, patient tailored, app based multidisciplinary telerehabilitation program (HeartHab app) in improving exercise capacity, lifestyle and risk factors in patients with coronary artery disease in a post-rehabilitation setting.