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NCT06066970 Cardiac Biomarkers for the Quantification of Myocardial Damage After Cardiac Surgery

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NCT ID NCT06066970
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Jena University Hospital
Condition Cardiac Valve Disease
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2023-09-05
Primary Completion 2025-09

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 100 participants in total. It began in 2023-09-05 with a primary completion date of 2025-09.

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Brief Summary

The aim of the study is to clarify whether the perioperative release of the cardiac biomarkers troponin I, troponin T and CK-MB consistently correlate with visualizable myocardial damage, and to what extent these biomarkers are comparable by means of their kinetics and dynamics. Due to the uncertainty regarding the validity of cardiac biomarkers in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction, the answer to these questions could have a considerable influence on internationally valid guidelines and definitions. International studies, especially in the field of coronary surgery and coronary artery disease treatment refer to these definitions, in particular, the adequate treatment of affected patients is directly dependent on them.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Indication for isolated aortic or mitral valve surgery * Written informed consent * Age ≥ 18 years Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of coronary artery disease (excluded within the last 6 months) * Allergy to gadolinium * Cochlear implant * Deep brain stimulation * Individual factors excluding the performance of an MRI (e.g. claustrophobia of the patient) * Significantly reduced renal function (GFR \< 30ml/min) * Perioperative complications that may lead to myocardial damage (discontinuation of the study for the patient and exclusion from the analysis after primary study inclusion) * Need for extension of surgery (additional procedures on other heart valves, aorta, myocardium, or similar; exclusion after primary study inclusion possible) * Pregnancy or lactation

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Tulio Caldonazo, Dr.

✉ tulio.caldonazo@med.uni-jena.de

📞 +49 36419322953

Principal Investigator

Tulio Caldonazo, Dr.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Jena University Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06066970 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Cardiac Valve Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06066970 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06066970 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at tulio.caldonazo@med.uni-jena.de for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06066970 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, Ulm, Germany, Münster, Germany, Halle, Germany and 1 additional location.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06066970 clinical trial?

NCT06066970 is sponsored by Jena University Hospital. The principal investigator is Tulio Caldonazo, Dr. at Jena University Hospital. The trial plans to enroll 100 participants.

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