A Prognostic Study for Patients With Cardiovascular Disease in Niigata

Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital

Status: Invitation-only

Conditions: Cardiovascular Diseases; Heart Failure

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06992284

2024-0250

Details and patient eligibility

About

The goal of this observational study is to investigate the prognosis of cardiovascular disease in Niigata Prefecture.

Specifically, it aims to clarify the current status of medical treatment for cardiovascular disease patients in regional cities in Japan, where the population is aging.

With patient consent, the study will track long-term medical treatment progress using health insurance claim data recorded in Japan's unique social security system.

Enrollment: 8,500 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18+ years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Individuals aged 18 or older at the time of enrollment (regardless of gender).
• Individuals who have been hospitalized in the cardiology department of a participating medical institution.
• Individuals covered by Japan's National Health Insurance (NHI) or the Late-stage Elderly Medical Care System, which provide health coverage for self-employed individuals, retirees, and the elderly.

Exclusion criteria

• Individuals who are unable to obtain consent from themselves or their legally authorized representatives.