Iron Deficiency in Acute Myocardial Infarction: Prevalence Pilot Study

Launched by SOUTH TEES HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST · Jun 8, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at the relationship between iron levels and heart attacks, specifically focusing on patients who have recently experienced a heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction. Each year, around 86,000 people in the UK have heart attacks, and understanding how iron levels affect recovery could help improve care for these patients. This initial study will involve around 70 patients at one NHS Trust who agree to participate. Researchers will check the iron levels in their blood and collect information from their medical records to gather insights that will help plan a larger study in the future.

To be eligible for this trial, participants must be adults who have had a heart attack within the past 10 days and must provide their consent to take part. If you or someone you know fits this description, participating in this study will involve a simple blood test to check iron levels, along with the review of medical records. This research aims to better understand how common low iron levels are in heart attack patients, which could lead to improved treatments and care strategies down the line.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion:
• • 1. - Adults patients who sign an informed consent form.
• • 2. - Type 1 myocardial infarction within the previous 10 days
• • Exclusion
• • 1 - Not fulfilling inclusion criteria