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NCT07002164 Timing of Coronary Angiography in NSTEMI Complicated by Acute HF

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NCT ID NCT07002164
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Chonnam National University Hospital
Condition Myocardial Infarction (MI)
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 780 participants
Start Date 2025-07-15
Primary Completion 2030-04-30

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 19 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Immediate coronary angiographyDelayed coronary angiography

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What to Expect as a Participant

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This trial targets 780 participants in total. It began in 2025-07-15 with a primary completion date of 2030-04-30.

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Brief Summary

Study objectives: To determine the optimal timing of coronary angiography (CAG) in patients with non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) complicated by acute decompensated heart failure (AHF). The primary objective of this trial is to test the hypothesis that immediate CAG ≤2 hours after establishment of NSTEMI diagnosis would result in a significant reduction in primary composite outcome of death from any cause, non-fatal myocardial infarction (MI), or hospitalization for heart failure (HF) at 12 months after randomization as compared with delayed CAG after stabilization. Study hypothesis: Immediate CAG ≤2 hours after establishment of NSTEMI diagnosis would result in a significant reduction in primary composite outcome of death from any cause, non-fatal myocardial infarction (MI), or hospitalization for heart failure (HF) at 12 months after randomization as compared with delayed CAG after stabilization. Background: Although current guidelines recommend early CAG within 2 hours for patients with NSTEMI complicated by AHF, many patients with NSTEMI complicated by AHF did not receive early CAG. However, no randomized clinical trials have evaluated the optimal timing of CAG in patients with NSTEMI complicated by AHF. Therefore, the investigators aimed to perform a prospective, investigator-initiated, open-label, muilticenter trial to compare the efficacy and safety between immediate CAG (CAG \<2 hours after establishment of NSTEMI diagnosis) and delayed CAG after stabilization (i.e. improved dyspnea and disappearance of pulmonary congestion) in participants with NSTEMI complicated by AHF. Study procedure: Following the establishment of NSTEMI diagnosis, participants fulfilling the eligibility criteria will be randomized at a ratio of 1:1 to immediate CAG ≤2 hours after randomization or delayed CAG after stabilization on another day during hospitalization.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥19 years * Non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction * New-onset or worsening of dyspnea (New York Heart Association class ≥2) * Pulmonary congestion * Patient's or guardian's consent after understanding the study Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiogenic shock at initial presentation * ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction * ST-segment elevation ≥0.1 mV in at least 2 contiguous leads, or * New onset left bundle branch block * Posterior wall myocardial infarction * Refractory angina * Life threatening ventricular arrhythmias * Life expectancy \<1 year * Apparently non-ischemic cause of HF * Pregnancy and lactation * History of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), or planned CABG * Patient's refusal to participate in study

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Youngkeun Ahn, Professor

✉ cecilyk@hanmail.net

📞 82-62-220-4764

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07002164 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 19 Years or older, studying Myocardial Infarction (MI). Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07002164 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07002164 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at cecilyk@hanmail.net for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07002164 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Changwon, South Korea, Daegu, South Korea, Daegu, South Korea, Daegu, South Korea and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07002164 clinical trial?

NCT07002164 is sponsored by Chonnam National University Hospital. The trial plans to enroll 780 participants.

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