Bronx database sheds light on underdiagnosed heart condition in women and minorities
NCT ID NCT06257485
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study creates a database of 476 patients in the Bronx who were tested for transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a serious and often missed heart condition. Researchers collected health records, imaging results, and outcomes like hospitalizations and deaths. The goal is to better understand how ATTR-CM affects a racially and ethnically diverse group, including many women, who are often left out of similar studies.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this registry could reveal how ATTR-CM affects women and diverse racial/ethnic groups, leading to better detection and care for these populations.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks back at existing records, so it cannot prove cause and effect or test new therapies.
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Montefiore Health System
The Bronx, New York, 10467, United States