New heart artery measurements could sharpen diagnosis

NCT ID NCT00760630

Terminated Diagnosis Sponsor: University of Cincinnati Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests new methods to measure pressure, blood flow, and blockage size in heart arteries. Researchers want to see if these measurements can better identify which blockages are serious enough to cause heart damage. The study involves people with known or suspected coronary artery disease who are already scheduled for a heart catheterization.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: FFR/CFR and IVUS catheters
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to more accurate diagnosis of heart artery blockages, helping doctors decide on the best treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new measurements may not prove better than current methods.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Veterans Affairs

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45220, United States
University Hospital

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219, United States

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