Can we predict which heart blockages will worsen after stenting?

NCT ID NCT07748754

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This observational study looks at why some untreated coronary artery blockages get worse over time in people who have already had a stent or balloon procedure for heart disease. Researchers will follow 1,400 adults aged 18-80 who are scheduled for a repeat angiogram, tracking their medical history, blood markers, and imaging to identify risk factors for lesion progression. The goal is to understand whether the initial treatment choice (stent vs. balloon) influences future blockages and heart events, which could help tailor follow-up care.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors predict which patients are at higher risk for new heart blockages after stenting, potentially guiding more personalized follow-up care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all patients, and the 3-year follow-up may not capture long-term outcomes.

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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 (CAD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

BeijingAnzhen Hospital

Beijing, China

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