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Carotid Artery StenosisNCT04098523

Prevalence of Carotid Artery Stenosis and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms in Brussels: a Population-based Screening Study.

A study testing Duplex ultrasound in people with Carotid Artery Stenosis and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, run by Erik Debing at 1 site in Belgium.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

Both abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and carotid artery stenosis (CAS) are frequent clinical entities, with major morbidity and mortality. This project obtains robust data on the prevalence of AAA and CAS in the Brussels Capital Region. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 60 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
Duplex ultrasound
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
3,286 participants
Where
1 siteBelgium
Study dates
1 Jan 2020to 31 Dec 2023
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 60 years and older
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Candidate is at least 60 years old.
  • Candidate lives in Brussels capital region at the time of study participation.
  • Candidate must sign and date the informed consent form prior to study participation.

Who cannot join

  • 1. Candidate is suspected of being unable to comply with the study protocol.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Belgium1 site
  • UZ Brussel

    Jette, 1090

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About this study

Both abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and carotid artery stenosis (CAS) are frequent clinical entities, with major morbidity and mortality.

This project obtains robust data on the prevalence of AAA and CAS in the Brussels Capital Region. Using duplex ultrasound, a low invasive examination, we want to obtain information on a vast sample of men and women of the Brussels capital region, starting at the age of 60. With these data we can have a far better view on the Belgian situation of these two main vascular clinical entities. The data can provide insights on if, and how, Belgian public health policy can be improved concerning AAA and CAS.

Read the detailed description

A population-based screening study to determine the prevalence of carotid artery stenosis (CAS) and abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) in the Brussels Capital Region.

The study population is the 60+ inhabitants of the Brussels capital region; recruitment of 4680 subjects. Using duplex ultrasound, a low invasive examination, information is obtained on the abdominal aortic diameter and the degree of stenosis of the carotid bifurcation.

The objective is to determine not only the prevalence of, but also the risk factors associated with CAS and AAA among 60+ Brussels inhabitants. To collect these data, a questionnaire is made including demographic features, associated risk factors, but also previous treatment for AAA or CAS and the current medication of the subject.

Examination is done by one-time duplex ultrasound to perform a diameter measurement of the abdominal aorta and determine the degree of stenosis of the carotid arteries.

Data collection will be done in an electronic case report form, and statistical analysis will be done by a multi-variable logistic regression model.

Being tested
Duplex ultrasound
Keywords
Carotid Artery Stenosis, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Epidemiology, Stenosis, Population screening
Medical subject headings
Carotid Stenosis, Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal, Constriction, Pathologic

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Duplex ultrasoundDiagnostic test

    A one-time carotis and abdominal aorta duplex ultrasound will be performed on-site by a skilled site staff to determine the prevalence of, and risk factors associated with, CAS and AAA. A diameter measurement will be performed of the abdominal aorta as well as a determination of the carotid arteries.

Study groups in NCT04098523
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Epidemiologic screeningOtherAll subjects are screened by duplex ultrasound for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and carotid artery stenosis (CAS). A questionnaire is completed to obtain information on demographic information, risk factors as well as prior treatment for AAA or CAS and current medication. No treatment is given.
Receives: Diagnostic Test: Duplex ultrasound

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Prevalence of CAS and AAA among 60+ Brussels inhabitants.

    Determine the prevalence using echo duplex screening.

    Measured: Screening period of 2 years

  2. Risk factors associated with CAS and AAA among 60+ Brussels inhabitants.

    Determine the risk factors via a questionnaire:

    • Smoking (ex - current - none)
    • Hypertension (medical history - current)
    • Coronary Artery Disease (history of angina pectoris or myocardial infarction)
    • Diabetes Mellitus (history of diet or medically-treated diabetes - type I or II)
    • History of Cerebro Vascular Disease (stroke or TIA)
    • Family (parents/siblings) history (AAA, CVD, …)
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • Body weight \& length (BMI)
    • COPD

    Measured: Screening period of 2 years

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted23 Sep 2019
  2. Study start1 Jan 2020
  3. Primary completion31 Dec 2023
  4. Study completion31 Dec 2023

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Screening
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
3,286 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT04098523
Sponsor's protocol ID
GALSKELA01
Status last verified
Feb 2024
First submitted
4 Sep 2019
Last updated
9 Feb 2024
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Duplex ultrasound in people with Carotid Artery Stenosis and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, run by Erik Debing at 1 site in Belgium.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 9 Feb 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Belgium. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Prevalence of CAS and AAA among 60+ Brussels inhabitants. (time frame: Screening period of 2 years). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 9 Feb 2024.

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