Lower Silesia Culotte Bifurcation Registry (LSCBR).

Launched by REGIONAL CARDIOLOGY CENTER, THE COPPER HEALTH CENTRE (MCZ), · Feb 21, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The Lower Silesia Culotte Bifurcation Registry (LSCBR) is a clinical trial that is looking at two different techniques for treating a specific type of heart condition called bifurcation lesions. These lesions occur where a main artery splits into two smaller ones, and the study is comparing two methods called Culotte and DK-Culotte for placing stents, which are tiny tubes that help keep the arteries open. Researchers want to see which technique is safer and more effective in helping patients with these coronary artery issues.

To be eligible for this study, participants should be between the ages of 65 and 74 and have significant changes in their coronary bifurcation that require the use of two stents. However, patients who have already had similar procedures before are not eligible. Those who join the study can expect to contribute to important research that may improve treatment options for others with similar heart conditions. If you're interested in participating or learning more, this trial is currently recruiting patients of all genders.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Presence of significant changes in the coronary bifurcation requiring the implantation of two coronary stents using the Culotte or DK Culotte technique.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients who underwent PCI with coronary stents prior to the index procedure for the bifurcation lesion studied.