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NCT04513054 Is There a Genetic Predisposition for Acute Stress-induced (Takotsubo) Cardiomyopathy

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NCT ID NCT04513054
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University of Aberdeen
Condition Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 700 participants
Start Date 2019-03-12
Primary Completion 2028-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age N/A
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Blood collection for genetic analysis

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 700 participants in total. It began in 2019-03-12 with a primary completion date of 2028-12-31.

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Brief Summary

Acute stress-induced (takotsubo) cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndrome presents like a heart attack, classically is triggered by intense emotional or physical stress and can have serious health consequences. In the current study the investigators wish to establish whether there is a genetic predisposition making certain people more susceptible to this condition. This could also have implications for their families.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * All patients who have been diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy in Scotland between 2010 to date. * Familial cases elsewhere in the world who would be willing to participate. Exclusion Criteria: * Unwillingness to participate

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Amelia E Rudd, MSc

✉ a.e.rudd@abdn.ac.uk

📞 01224559473

Principal Investigator

Dana K Dawson, MD, MPhil

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

University of Aberdeen

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT04513054 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, studying Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT04513054 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT04513054 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at a.e.rudd@abdn.ac.uk for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT04513054 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Aberdeen, United Kingdom, Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

Who is sponsoring the NCT04513054 clinical trial?

NCT04513054 is sponsored by University of Aberdeen. The principal investigator is Dana K Dawson, MD, MPhil at University of Aberdeen. The trial plans to enroll 700 participants.

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