Search / Trial NCT00000617

Azithromycin and Coronary Events Study (ACES)

Launched by NATIONAL HEART, LUNG, AND BLOOD INSTITUTE (NHLBI) · Oct 27, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of October 18, 2024

Completed

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Description

BACKGROUND: Cumulative evidence from past studies supports but does not prove a causal association between Chlamydia pneumoniae infection and development or progression of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Evidence supporting an association raises the question of whether a causal effect of Chlamydia pneumonia infection, if present, may be ameliorated by antibiotic treatment, resulting in decreased CHD outcomes. The ACES is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to determine whether treatment with azithromycin decreases the rate of coronary heart disease events among pat...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Men and women over the age of 18 who have stable, documented coronary artery disease (CAD). Evidence of CAD was by any one of: history of MI; greater than 50% stenosis in any coronary artery; or history of coronary revascularization procedure.

About National Heart, Lung, And Blood Institute (Nhlbi)

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is a leading component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to advancing research and clinical trials focused on cardiovascular, pulmonary, and hematologic diseases. With a mission to improve public health through innovative research, the NHLBI supports a wide range of studies aimed at understanding, preventing, and treating heart and lung conditions. By collaborating with academic institutions, healthcare providers, and patient communities, the NHLBI strives to translate scientific discoveries into effective clinical practices, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by these critical health issues.

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