RecruitingNCT06253962

Carotid Atherosclerosis in Predicting Coronary Artery Disease

Sponsor

Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital

Enrollment

1,000 participants

Start Date

Feb 10, 2024

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Carotid atherosclerosis Coronary Atheroscleroses

Summary

Carotid plaque burden and composition features, particularly lipid necrotic core, are significantly associated with severity of CAD stenosis. This study aims to explore the relationship between various phenotypic patterns of carotid atherosclerosis with the prevalence, phenotype, and severity of coronary atherosclerosis. The patients with chest tightness or chest pain will receive carotid artery ultrasonography before coronary angiography so as to explore the relationship between them.

Eligibility

Min Age: 14 YearsMax Age: 90 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying coronary agiongraphy for people with carotid atherosclerosis and coronary atheroscleroses. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 14 Years to 90 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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