Immunomodulatory Therapy & VSA (NCT06696807) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Immunomodulatory Therapy & VSA
China71 participantsStarted 2018-10-01
Plain-language summary
Vasospastic angina (VSA) is caused by brief spasms of the main coronary artery and its major branches, resulting in varying degrees of luminal occlusion. Although vasodilator therapy is widely used and significantly alleviates VSA symptoms, it has not led to notable improvements in the prognosis of patients with VSA. Recent studies have suggested that inflammation plays a crucial role in VSA. This study aimed to evaluate the potential effectiveness of immunomodulatory therapy for improving patient prognosis.
Who can participate
Age range
15 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
(1) Transient total or subtotal occlusion of the coronary artery (contraction \>90%) observed either spontaneously or in response to irritant stimulation (typically acetylcholine, ergot, or hyperventilation); (2) Presence or absence of ischemic electrocardiogram changes during episodes; (3) Nitrate-responsive angina during spontaneous episode: rest angina and/or marked diurnal variation in exercise tolerance and/or episodes precipitated by hyperventilation and/or suppression of episodes by calcium channel blockers.
Exclusion Criteria:
(1) age 15 years or older; and (2) suspected VSA with chest pain and evidence of coronary spasm, or VSA diagnosed intraoperatively or at discharge.
The following exclusion criteria were applied: (1) failure to meet the diagnostic criteria for VSA; (2) presence of aortic disease, cardiomyopathy, malignant tumor, Kounis syndrome, or other diseases that may affect the outcome; (3) insufficient clinical data available; and (4) loss to follow-up.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.