Screening and intervention for subclinical coronary artery disease in patients with type 2 diabetes: THE STENO INTEN-CT STUDY
EU CTIS ID: 2022-500143-21-01
What this study is testing
In type 2 diabetes patients and no known cardiovascular disease, we aim to evaluate the possible cardiovascular benefit of a treatment strategy based on a heart CT scan.
- Therapeutic use (Phase IV)
A plain-language read of the study's public EU CTIS listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- New or former diagnosis of T2DM according to WHO.
- Age between 55-69 years (men) and 60-74 years (women).
- Signed declaration of consent
You likely can't join if
- Previous history of CVD (previous myocardial infarction or coronary intervention (percutaneous coronary intervention or by-pass), heart failure, stroke or peripheral artery disease as documented by the patient or the patient medical record).
- Contraindications or allergies to both SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 analogues.
- Signs of critical cardiac disease: >50% stenosis of left main coronary artery (CT angiography) or left ventricular ejection fraction below 30% (echocardiography). If a CT angiography is not available, a CAC>1000 on the non-contrast cardiac CT will be considered equal to critical cardiac disease.
- Expected life duration < 1 year for any reason.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65+ years, 18-64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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