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New treatment option for Ischaemic Heart Disease
Official title CABGpreHAB - a Feasibility Study Protocol
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07035171
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patients with ischemic heart disease (IHD) awaiting coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery often face challenges like advanced age, frailty, comorbidities, and physical inactivity. These factors, combined with the physiological and psychological stress of surgery, can hinder postoperative recovery.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Planned to have elective isolated first-time CABG surgery.
- 18 years or older
- Two weeks or more before surgery
- Speaks and understands Danish.
- Gives written informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Patient with unstable angina pectoris and/ or MI during the last two weeks.
- Left main stem stenosis \>50%
- Left ventricular ejection fraction \< 35%
- Significant ventricular arrhythmia
- Orthopedic or neurologic preconditions precluding exercise training.
- Inability to attend the prehabilitation program due to physical limitations.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Planned to have elective isolated first-time CABG surgery.
- 18 years or older
- Two weeks or more before surgery
- Speaks and understands Danish.
- Gives written informed consent.
- Patient with unstable angina pectoris and/ or MI during the last two weeks.
- Left main stem stenosis \>50%
- Left ventricular ejection fraction \< 35%
- Significant ventricular arrhythmia
- Orthopedic or neurologic preconditions precluding exercise training.
- Inability to attend the prehabilitation program due to physical limitations.
- Patients who have cognitive deficits that would disqualify prehabilitation.
- Severe heart failure, NYHA Class IV
- Lack of capacity to consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Copenhagen, Denmark
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Copenhagen, Denmark. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.