ST-elevation myocardial infarction

This study tests a simple balloon inflation technique to modify blood clots during emergency heart artery opening. 100 heart attack patients will either get the balloon procedure or standard care. The goal is to see if this reduces damage to the heart muscle and improves recovery…

This study compares two approaches to blood thinning after a heart attack in patients with atrial fibrillation. One group gets two blood thinners (a DOAC plus clopidogrel), while the other gets only one (a DOAC alone). The goal is to see if using just one drug reduces bleeding ri…

This study compares two ways to guide stent placement during emergency treatment for a severe type of heart attack (STEMI). About 2,500 patients will be randomly assigned to receive either standard X-ray guidance or ultrasound guidance (IVUS) during the procedure. The goal is to …

This study looks at 240 adults having a major heart attack (STEMI) when the standard emergency procedure to open the blocked artery is expected to be delayed by over an hour. Half will get a clot-busting drug (tenecteplase) right away, followed by the procedure within 2-24 hours.…

This study tests a drug called pelacarsen in people who recently had a heart attack and have high levels of Lp(a), a type of fat in the blood that raises heart risk. The goal is to see if the drug can safely lower Lp(a) levels and improve heart health. About 240 adults in the US …

This study tests whether a new wire-free imaging method called μFR can help doctors decide which blocked heart arteries need stents after a heart attack. About 350 patients with multiple blocked arteries will be randomly assigned to standard care or μFR-guided treatment. The goal…

This small pilot study will test a program where nurses and general practitioners help breast cancer survivors who also have heart disease make healthy lifestyle changes. The program includes exercise, diet changes, quitting smoking, and stress-reducing activities like yoga. The …

This study tests whether the drug vericiguat can prevent serious heart and organ problems in people undergoing heart surgery. About 600 high-risk patients will receive either vericiguat plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if vericiguat reduces early comp…

This study tests a new use of low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) to calm nerve signals that can trigger dangerous heart rhythms after a heart attack. About 100 adults who recently had a severe heart attack will receive either real or fake ultrasound sessions during and for a…

This study tests a drug called NL005 in people who have had a severe type of heart attack (STEMI) and undergone emergency artery-opening treatment. The goal is to see if NL005 can reduce permanent heart muscle damage. Participants will receive either NL005 or a placebo daily for …

This study tests whether drinking a specially designed milk every day for a year can reduce the chance of stents narrowing again and prevent further heart problems in people who have had a first heart attack. About 140 adults who recently had a stent placed will be randomly assig…

This study looks at whether heart attack patients with mild artery narrowing can be treated with medication alone instead of getting a stent. About 2,000 people will be randomly assigned to either standard medication or medication plus a stent. The goal is to see if medication al…

This study tests whether removing blood clots from heart arteries during emergency treatment can improve long-term heart health. About 6,760 adults having a severe heart attack will be randomly assigned to get standard care or standard care plus clot removal. Researchers will tra…

This early study tests a special cap that shines near-infrared light on the heads of infants who have had a cardiac arrest in the hospital. The light is meant to reduce brain injury caused when blood flow returns. The trial will include 30 infants with heart disease and will chec…

This study tests a new method for closing the breastbone after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery using special knotless barbed sutures and a skin adhesive. Researchers will compare 401 adults who receive this new closure to past patients who had standard closure. The go…

This study tracks 1,200 people with coronary artery disease who receive a drug-coated balloon instead of a metal stent during angioplasty. The goal is to see if this approach reduces heart-related deaths, heart attacks, and the need for repeat procedures. Researchers hope to conf…

This study tests whether the drug nicorandil can improve blood flow in the heart's tiny vessels after a heart attack. About 170 patients having emergency angioplasty will receive either nicorandil or a placebo directly into their heart artery. The goal is to see if nicorandil red…

This study tests whether a special clinic where heart, kidney, diabetes, and liver doctors work together can help people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease get better control of their blood pressure and cholesterol. About 150 adults will be randomly assigned to either usual c…

This study tests a community-based exercise program for people aged 50 and older who have at least two chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, or obesity. The program is designed to improve muscle strength, heart and lung fitness, and overall well-being. R…

This study compares two blood thinners, bivalirudin and heparin, used during a heart procedure called PCI in people with acute coronary syndrome who are at high risk of bleeding. About 5,270 participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two drugs. The goal is to se…

This early-phase trial tests a new treatment for people in shock after a severe heart attack. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-DC) to target a protein found in heart scar tissue, aiming to calm the immune response. The study will enroll 18 patients and prim…

This study tests two different ways to program an implantable defibrillator (ICD) to stop dangerous fast heartbeats. About 4,000 people with heart disease who need an ICD will be assigned to one of two pacing patterns (burst or ramp) and followed for up to 10 years. The goal is t…

This study tests if a special balloon pump placed in a heart vein (coronary sinus) can reduce heart muscle damage when used alongside standard angioplasty in people having a major heart attack (STEMI). About 177 adults aged 18-80 with moderate heart pumping weakness will be rando…

This study tests whether taking vitamin B supplements before and after heart surgery can lower the chance of serious problems like heart attack, stroke, or irregular heartbeat. About 1,000 adults having heart surgery will take either vitamin B or a placebo daily for 6 months afte…

This study looks at whether a medical-grade smartwatch (CardioWatch 287-2) can improve a 13-week virtual cardiac rehab program for people with heart disease. About 216 participants will either use the watch or not, and researchers will compare their progress in areas like exercis…

This study tests whether giving a powerful cholesterol-lowering drug (recaticimab) early after a heart attack can safely reduce future heart problems. About 2,442 adults who recently had a heart attack will receive the drug or standard care. The goal is to see if this approach lo…

This study tests whether adding the blood thinner rivaroxaban to standard aspirin and clopidogrel can improve sluggish blood flow in heart attack patients who just had a stent placed. About 60 adults will receive either the triple therapy or standard dual therapy for one month. R…

This study tests Mobili®, a portable digital dispenser that automatically gives the right pills at the right time. Researchers will enroll 96 adults with diabetes or heart disease who take at least two daily medications. Participants use the device for a period, and the study mea…

This study looks at whether a 12-week cardiac rehabilitation program—including supervised exercise, education, and lifestyle advice—can improve heart function and quality of life in people who have had a heart attack treated with stenting. One hundred participants will be randoml…

This study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FAPI-74 that may help detect scar tissue (fibrosis) in the heart and lungs earlier than current methods. Researchers will compare this new PET/CT scan to standard imaging in 210 adults with conditions like lung disease or heart…

This study tests a small, handheld ECG device that records heart activity when held against the chest and sends the data via smartphone to a doctor. Researchers will enroll 594 adults with known or suspected heart conditions to see if the new device is as good as the standard 10-…

This study tests a new cardiac MRI method called Free-Running Framework (FRF) that lets patients breathe normally and skips the sticky ECG electrodes. It captures a 3D image of the whole heart in one go, potentially making scans faster and more comfortable. Researchers will compa…

This study will check if a fast, bedside heart ultrasound performed by emergency doctors or interpreted by artificial intelligence can accurately detect heart problems in children who already have heart disease. About 200 children aged 0-21 will be included. The results will be c…

This study is testing a new tool called UFR, which uses ultrasound images to measure blockages in heart arteries during a heart attack. Currently, the most accurate method requires patients to return 30 days later for a second invasive procedure. The study will enroll 200 heart a…

This pilot study explores whether non-drug strategies like virtual reality or relaxing soundscapes can reduce anxiety and pain in adults undergoing scheduled coronary angiography or angioplasty. Participants will be assigned to listen to calming sounds, experience a virtual reali…

This early study tests whether a special gel, injected into the heart during a procedure to open blocked arteries, can safely reduce injury in people having their first major heart attack. Twenty participants will be randomly assigned to get the gel plus standard care or standard…

This study tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) applied to a nerve cluster in the neck can improve sleep quality and heart rate control in people recovering from heart surgery. 200 participants will receive either real or sham ultrasound daily for 3-7 days after …

This study looks at whether a supplement called Neurofast® can help people who have both anxiety and heart problems. 80 adults aged 18-70 will take the supplement or no extra treatment for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety, heart rate, and blood pressure.

This phase 3 trial will compare methoxyflurane (Penthrox®), a painkiller gas patients inhale themselves, against standard morphine injections for chest pain during a heart attack. About 700 adults with a specific type of heart attack (STEMI) will be enrolled in pre-hospital setti…

This study tests whether adding a short, guided mindfulness meditation session to standard cardiac rehabilitation can help heart patients feel better and control their blood pressure. Eighty adults with heart disease will be split into two groups: one gets standard rehab plus med…

This study will compare cannabis, opioids, and two non-drug therapies (MIRE and TENS) in 1,000 people with chronic pain or circulatory disorders. The goal is to find safer, less addictive pain relief options. Researchers will measure changes in pain and nerve function using objec…

This study will take standard heart CT scans from 1000 adults with structural heart disease and use a super-computer to create ultra-high-resolution images. The goal is to see if these enhanced images show more detail than the originals. No new treatments are being tested; it's a…

This study uses advanced 4D MRI scans to measure blood flow and heart function in adults with heart disease or cancer. Researchers aim to see if these detailed images can help predict how these diseases will progress. The study involves 1,000 participants who are already schedule…

This study will interview 15 people from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK who have heart disease. The goal is to understand their views on the diet and lifestyle advice they get from doctors, and whether it fits their cultural and religious customs. Researchers hope to learn…

This study tests whether it is possible to run a larger trial comparing two ways of using a breathing machine (ventilator) in critically ill heart patients who need help breathing. The two modes are volume-controlled (delivers a set amount of air each breath) and pressure-control…

This observational study at a French hospital will ask 20 heart rehab patients and their care teams about what stops them from getting or offering psychological and social support. The goal is to understand these barriers so that hospitals can better help patients return to work …

This study looks at whether Guanxinning tablets can help repair tiny blood vessels in the heart after a heart attack. About 70 people who have had a severe heart attack will take the tablets or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal is to see if the tablets reduce bleeding in the …

This study investigates whether a condition called clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP), which is an age-related change in blood cells, is linked to more severe heart damage in people who have had a major heart attack (STEMI). Researchers will test blood samples…

This pilot study will test whether a women-focused education program, called Cardiac College for Women, helps women with heart disease learn more about their condition and feel better. About 50 women in cardiac rehab across Canada will either get the program plus usual care or us…

This study will look at how consistently nearly 6,000 adults in Italy take three newer cholesterol-lowering drugs (inclisiran, evolocumab, and alirocumab) over the long term. Researchers will analyze prescription records to measure adherence and persistence in everyday medical pr…

This study will create a digital twin of the heart for 1,000 people who have had a heart attack. The goal is to see if this computer model can better predict who is at risk for sudden cardiac death compared to the current standard method. Participants will undergo a cardiac CT sc…

This study will test new MRI methods to find early signs of heart disease in 1000 adults. Researchers want to see if these scans can detect tiny changes in heart muscle before standard tests do. Participants will have MRI scans and blood work, but no treatment is given. The goal …

This observational study will enroll 20,000 Korean adults who have had a heart attack (acute myocardial infarction). Researchers will collect detailed data from hospitals nationwide to understand what factors affect long-term outcomes. The goal is to create better risk prediction…

This study will test a simple score to predict which patients may become confused (delirium) after planned heart surgery. About 100 adults will be checked before surgery using memory, orientation, and frailty tests. The goal is to identify high-risk patients early so doctors can …

This study develops and tests an AI system that reads de-identified patient admission notes to classify four types of coronary syndromes, including heart attacks and angina. The tool is designed to protect patient privacy while helping doctors diagnose more accurately and quickly…

This large registry study will follow over 2,700 postmenopausal women aged 45-75 who use newer forms of hormone replacement therapy (creams, gels, sprays). The goal is to see if these modern delivery methods lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular event…

This study will follow 4,000 intensive care patients aged 80 and older to see how chronic and acute heart conditions impact their survival, daily function, and quality of life. Researchers will use simple tests to measure frailty and independence. The goal is to help doctors bett…

This study will follow 500 Beijing residents aged 60 and older to see how urinary function (like bladder and kidney health) relates to the development of multiple chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimer's. Participants will have regular health checks, bl…

This study will track 320 people in Hong Kong who have a heart attack complicated by cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood. Researchers will collect data on standard treatments, including the use of a heart pump called Impella, to…

This study looks at whether heart attack patients get to the hospital just as fast when a non-doctor team (like firefighters or paramedics) does the ECG compared to a doctor-staffed team. Researchers will review records of 350 adults who called emergency services in France betwee…

This observational study will enroll 135 adults who had a severe type of heart attack (STEMI) and were treated with angioplasty. Researchers will use a special ultrasound technique to measure left atrium strain within 48 hours of admission. The goal is to see if this measurement …

This study will ask 380 heart patients and healthcare workers at Assiut University Heart Hospital to fill out questionnaires about depression, anxiety, stress, and burnout. No treatments or changes are given—the goal is simply to find out how common these mental health problems a…

This study looks at whether combining a new type of CT scan with a blood test for tiny molecules called microRNAs can better predict heart damage after a heart attack. Researchers will follow 95 patients who had a severe heart attack and measure changes in their heart size over s…

This study will develop an artificial intelligence model that combines heart MRI scans and patient data to predict long-term risks after a heart attack. Researchers will enroll 800 patients who have had a severe type of heart attack (STEMI) and undergone emergency artery-opening …

This study looks at whether a score called CALLY, calculated from routine blood tests, can help predict short-term problems like heart failure or death in people having emergency treatment for a heart attack. Researchers will follow 140 patients for 30 days after their procedure.…

This study will test whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can detect pulmonary hypertension and other heart diseases using a smart stethoscope. Researchers will collect heart sound and ECG recordings from 1,000 adults already scheduled for routine echocardiography. The …

This study looks at how sleep disorders and problems with the body's automatic functions (like heart rate control) are linked in elderly people with heart disease. Researchers will study 210 patients aged 65 and older to find out how common sleep issues are and how they affect he…

This study will follow 500 people having a major heart attack (STEMI) to see how the time from symptom onset to balloon treatment affects electrical signals on their ECG and their risk of complications. Researchers will track heart rhythm problems and major events like death or a…

This study looks at whether the bacteria in your gut can affect how your heart heals after a heart attack procedure called PCI. Researchers will measure a substance called TMAO, made by gut bacteria, in 144 patients. The goal is to see if TMAO levels are linked to changes in hear…

This study will enroll 1,000 people with diabetes who are having an emergency procedure to open a blocked artery after a severe heart attack (STEMI). Researchers want to see if certain blood markers of inflammation and clotting can predict complications like heart failure, abnorm…