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IVUS Assessment of Atheroma Burden After Acute Coronary Syndrome

Launched by UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, TOULOUSE · Apr 12, 2012

Trial Information

Current as of August 02, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Acute Coronary Syndrome Ivus Atherosclerotic Plaque

ClinConnect Summary

According to current guidelines, patients with coronary lesions with stenosis \<70% should receive optimal secondary prevention drug treatment without angioplasty, even after an acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Nevertheless, coronary angioplasty is rather frequently performed in such situations, presumably because, changes in the atherosclerotic plaque under drug treatment, have remained poorly described so far. Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) enables a precise description of coronary atheroma, better than the one provided by coronary angiography.

The first objective is to assess by endo-cor...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • adult patients hospitalized for ACS, for whom the target lesion has less than 70% stenosis and not treated with coronary angioplasty.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Patients presenting with a target lesion with ≥70% stenosis ; Patients for whom the target lesion is treated with coronary angioplasty ; Interventions: A first IVUS will be performed after the acute coronary event (baseline) and will be done again one-year after to assess changes in the atherosclerotic plaques.

About University Hospital, Toulouse

The University Hospital of Toulouse is a leading academic medical center dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on patient-centered care, the hospital integrates cutting-edge scientific inquiry with comprehensive clinical services. Its multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals collaborates with renowned researchers to facilitate pioneering studies across various medical fields, aiming to enhance treatment options and improve patient outcomes. As a prominent institution in the region, the University Hospital of Toulouse is committed to fostering an environment of excellence in both education and research within the healthcare community.

Locations

Toulouse, , France

Limoges, , France

Pessac, Bordeaux Pessac, France

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Meyer Elbaz, PhD

Study Chair

University Hospital, Toulouse

Pierre Coste, PhD

Principal Investigator

University Hospital, Bordeaux

Patrice Virot, PhD

Principal Investigator

UH Limoges

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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