Myocardial Contrast Echocardiography for the Assessment of the Infarct Related Artery & Risk Area in Patients w/ NSTEMI.
Launched by CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CENTER · Dec 12, 2013
Trial Information
Current as of April 26, 2025
Unknown status
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Patients presenting with NSTEMI who are scheduled to undergo elective cardiac catheterization and coronary angiography with primary PCI will be selected for participation in the study. The patients will undergo a clinically indicated resting non-contrast echocardiogram to assess LV function and regional wall motion. They will then undergo contrast echocardiography with bolus injection of Optison™ contrast to reassess LV ejection fraction, improve LV opacification and assess regional wall motion abnormalities. Finally, they will be given a continuous infusion of Optison™ and will have assess...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Patients presenting with NSTEMI who are scheduled to undergo elective cardiac catheterization and coronary angiography with primary PCI
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Inability to undergo a contrast echocardiogram Unwillingness to consent to a contrast echocardiogram
About Cedars Sinai Medical Center
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is a renowned nonprofit academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California, recognized for its commitment to patient care, research, and education. As a leading institution in clinical trials, Cedars-Sinai harnesses innovative approaches to advance medical knowledge and improve treatment outcomes across various specialties. With a multidisciplinary team of experts, state-of-the-art facilities, and a patient-centered approach, Cedars-Sinai actively contributes to the development of novel therapies and interventions, ensuring the highest standards of clinical research while prioritizing patient safety and ethical considerations.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Los Angeles, California, United States
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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