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The main objective of this study is to explore two novel MRI techniques to characterize myocardial properties that are expected to be useful for the diagnosis of various forms of cardiomyopathy. Furthermore, we will explore whether different stages…
The main objective of the study is to document cardiovascular dysfunction found in rheumatoid arthritis and gout patients using cardiac imaging techniques echocardiography and cardiac MRI.
The objective of this cross-sectional study is to assess the relation between plaque characteristics, detected by Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) and Intravascular Optical Coherence Tomography (IVOCT), and the hemodynamic…
To compare the safety, effectiveness and performance of TM ABSORB bioabsorbable everolimus eluting vascular scaffold against XIENCE PRIME TM everolimus eluting coronary stent system in treating people with ischemic heart disease caused by de novo…
Since October 2010 the Catharina-hospital in Eindhoven offers a cardiac rehabilitation program to cardiovascular patients. As an optional section of the program an adjusted training of MBSR is offered, called *stress reduction in cardiovascular…
Primary objective:• To investigate whether Enhanced programming is safe for primary and secondary prevention patientsSecondary objectives:• Investigate the impact of Enhanced programming on adverse events (related to ICD shock with consequences and…
To understand why statins are able to decrease the risk of developing venous thrombosis, by analyzing whether statins can influence pathways that inhibit coagulation.
This study is aimed at determining pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of medications routinely used at the Erasmus Medical Centre in pediatric cardiac surgery during and after cardiopulmonary bypass. The goal is to be able to formulate evidence…
In this study we aim to investigate whether infusion of intestinal microbiota from lean (vegetarian) donors has differential effect on choline (d6-labeled choline) and carnitine (d3-labeled carnitine) metabolism and macrovascular inflammation (18F-…
- to evaluate (cost-) effectiveness of a personalized health intervention among workers of 40 years and older with high physical work demands to contribute to a reduction in CVD and sustainable employability.
The primary objective of this study is to determine whether the Impella cVAD device vs. IABP therapy leads to a higher 30 day survival rate in shock STEMI patients in the setting of primary PCI.
The primary objective of this phase III study is to demonstrate that lixisenatide can reduce cardiovascularmorbidity and mortality (composite endpoint of cardiovascular (CV) death, non-fatal myocardialinfarction (MI), non-fatal stroke,…
The objective is to collect additional data on the clinical outcomes (surgical data, safety and clinical performance) of the Medtronic Enable® Aortic Bioprosthesis in *real world* patients. The collected data will be used to improve aortic valve…
The overall objective of this study is to increase the uptake and maintenance of healthy behaviors among adults from non-Western immigrant populations who are identified as having a high risk of cardiometabolic disease after completing a health…
The primary objective of this study is to test the hypothesis that evacetrapib 130 mg daily, in comparison to placebo, reduces the incidence of the composite endpoint of cardiovascular (CV) death, myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, coronary…
To gain a better insight into the genetic factors that play a role in the etiology of the thoracic aortic aneurysm with the following specific aims:1. Study of specific geneitc factos that play a role in the pathogenesis of both syndromic and non-…
The current study is being conducted to determine whether long-term dual-antiplatelet therapy with ticagrelor in combination with ASA (recommended daily dose 75-100 mg) is beneficial in patients with history of MI (1-3 years ago) and additional risk…
The primary objective is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the PulseCath iVAC2L in highriskPCI patients who require left ventricular assistance. Safety will be assessed by theincidence of Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVA*s), thrombo-embolic…
In our current study we would like to evaluate a newly developed surgical platform for minimal invasive cardiothoracic surgery: the soft tissue expander. Main objective of the study is to determine the feasibility of creating a trans tissue expander…
Effectiveness: To provide valid scientific evidence that use of the TactiCath® Set is an effective treatment for symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF).Safety: To provide valid scientific evidence that use of the TactiCath® Set is safe as…