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Could your genes make you prone to broken heart syndrome?

NCT ID NCT04513054

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Aberdeen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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Stopped early
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Cancelled
Cancelled before anyone took part.

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

Summary

This study aims to find out if genetics play a role in who gets broken heart syndrome (Takotsubo cardiomyopathy), a condition that mimics a heart attack and is often triggered by intense stress. Researchers will collect blood samples from 700 people diagnosed with the condition in Scotland and analyze their DNA. The goal is to identify genetic variations that may increase susceptibility, which could also have implications for family members.

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 identify people at higher risk for broken heart syndrome and possibly inform future screening or prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational genetic study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear genetic links, and any findings would need years of further research before practical use.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 700 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Mar 2019

Expected to finish

Dec 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * All patients who have been diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy in Scotland between 2010 to date. * Familial cases elsewhere in the world who would be willing to participate. Exclusion Criteria: * Unwillingness to participate

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Tako-tsubo cardiomyopathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

    2 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.

  2. The official record

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  3. A doctor treating you

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cardiac Research Office, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

    RECRUITING

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB25 2ZD, United Kingdom

  • Cardiovascular Research Facility

    RECRUITING

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB25 2ZD, United Kingdom

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