Clinical Research Directory

Predict Arrhythmia Risk Using Intelligent Software

Cardiac arrhythmias frequently occur in patients admitted to the Coronary Care Unit (CCU). The majority of these patients are treated for an acute myocardial infarction, which carries an increased risk of life-threatening arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia (VT) or ventricular fibrillation (VF). This risk is one of the reasons these patients are monitored for 48 hours after a myocardial infarction, in accordance with the guidelines of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) for acute coronary syndrome. Other arrhythmias, such as asystole, atrial fibrillation, or atrioventricular block, also occur in CCU patients. These arrhythmias are recorded on the electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor in the CCU and trigger an alarm for healthcare staff. However, in order to apply this alarming with sufficient sensitivity, many false positive alarms are also produced, which increases the workload for nurses (alarm fatigue) and undermines patient well-being. This study will investigate whether Artificial Intelligence (AI) models, using continuous ECG data, can help improve the prediction of patients at risk of a life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia. Firstly, this study will aim to predict patients at risk of VT/VF in both the short term (30 minutes) and long term (1 day) in patients under continuous telemetric monitoring. This prediction facilitates timely intervention by the team in the short term, and in the long term, the safe transfer of a patient to a lower-complexity ward or earlier safe discharge of a patient. Secondly, this study will aim for improved detection to reduce the number of false negative alarms and thereby reduce alarm fatigue. The performance of these AI models can be evaluated through this retrospective observational study. Patients aged 18 years or older who have been admitted with acute cardiac disease will be included. The primary objective of this study will be to evaluate the performance of AI models that detect and predict critical arrhythmias in the short and long term, using ECG data obtained via the monitoring system.

Routine Microaxial Heart Pump Support and Protocolized Pulmonary Artery Catheter Monitoring Versus Standard Care in Heart Attack-Related Cardiogenic Shock

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn which treatment strategies improve survival in adult patients with acute myocardial infarction complicated by cardiogenic shock (AMI-CS). The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does the immediate use of a left-sided microaxial flow pump (Impella) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) improve survival compared to initial medical therapy alone? * Does protocol-based hemodynamic monitoring and optimization using a pulmonary artery catheter (PAC) improve survival compared to conventional intensive care monitoring? Researchers will compare four treatment combinations to see if mechanical circulatory support and/or advanced hemodynamic monitoring reduce mortality in AMI-CS patients: * Microaxial flow pump + pulmonary artery catheter * Microaxial flow pump + conventional monitoring * Medical therapy alone + pulmonary artery catheter * Medical therapy alone + conventional monitoring Participants will: * Undergo immediate coronary angiography and PCI upon hospital admission Be randomly assigned to one of four treatment groups * Receive either immediate implantation of a microaxial flow pump or initial medical therapy with vasoactive agents following PCI * Be monitored either via pulmonary artery catheter with protocol-based hemodynamic optimization or via conventional intensive care monitoring * Be followed up at 30 days, 6 months and 12 monthsafter Randomization, with planned annual follow-up assessments for up to 10 years

Combined Antioxidant Therapy for Acute Myocardial Infarction

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a combined antioxidant therapy (CAT) can reduce heart damage caused by the return of blood flow after blocked arteries are reopened in adults with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) treated with primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). It will also learn about the safety of this treatment. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does combined antioxidant therapy lower infarct size, measured by cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR), compared with placebo? 2. Does combined antioxidant therapy improve heart function, blood biomarkers of heart injury, and short-term clinical outcomes? 3. What problems do participants have when receiving the therapy? Researchers will compare CAT to placebo (a look-alike infusion with no active drug) to see if the treatment lowers infarct size after STEMI. Participants will: * Be randomly assigned to receive either CAT or placebo * Receive the study infusion before and during primary PCI, in addition to standard treatment for STEMI * Have blood tests to measure heart injury, oxidative stress, inflammation, and drug levels * Undergo cardiac magnetic resonance imaging about 3 to 7 days after STEMI. * Be followed for clinical outcomes and safety for 30 days.

Using Advanced CT Scans and Blood Markers to Better Understand Heart Damage and Recovery After a Heart Attack

Acute myocardial infarction with ST-segment elevation (STEMI) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Although advances in reperfusion therapy have reduced early mortality, many patients later develop adverse ventricular remodeling (AVR), which increases the risk of heart failure and cardiovascular death. Current imaging methods, such as echocardiography and cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR), provide valuable prognostic information but have limitations in availability, cost, and their ability to predict AVR early and individually. Spectral computed tomography (CT) is an emerging imaging technique that can characterize myocardial tissue, quantify infarct size, assess microvascular obstruction, and detect complications, with lower contrast and radiation requirements compared to conventional CT. In parallel, circulating microRNAs (miRNAs) have been identified as stable and non-invasive biomarkers that reflect key biological processes in post-infarction remodeling. Several miRNAs are linked to fibrosis, apoptosis, and ventricular remodeling, suggesting their potential to complement imaging findings in risk prediction. This study proposes a multicenter, prospective cohort of patients with STEMI and reduced left ventricular function to evaluate whether combining spectral CT tissue characterization with serum miRNA profiling can improve early prediction of AVR. The main objective is to generate and validate a multiparametric prognostic model integrating imaging and molecular biomarkers to identify high-risk patients who may benefit from closer monitoring and tailored therapeutic strategies.

A Study on the Development and Application of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Nursing Intervention Protocol for Patients With First-Episode Acute Myocardial Infarction Following PCI, Based on a Socio-Ecological Theory Model

The purpose of this \[Study Type: Clinical Trial\] is to investigate whether a cardiac rehabilitation nursing intervention based on the socio-ecological model can improve rehabilitation-related outcomes in patients. The study population consists of \[adult patients with acute myocardial infarction who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)\]. The primary research questions addressed in this study are: 1. Can a social-ecological model-based cardiac rehabilitation intervention improve adherence to cardiac rehabilitation among patients with myocardial infarction following PCI?\] 2. Can a social-ecological model-based cardiac rehabilitation intervention improve cardiac function and quality of life among patients with myocardial infarction following PCI?\] The researchers will compare the \[intervention group and the control group\] to observe whether there are \[group differences in cardiac rehabilitation adherence, cardiac function, and quality of life levels\]. Intervention group: Receives routine cardiology care combined with a social-ecological model-based cardiac rehabilitation intervention (1. In-hospital guidance; 2. Multidimensional, continuous rehabilitation support at home and in the community; 3. Regular follow-up assessments, etc.); Control Group: Received routine care from the cardiology department and standard discharge cardiac rehabilitation education; All participants completed questionnaire surveys and had cardiac function-related indicators collected at baseline, 3 months into the intervention, and 6 months into the intervention.

Timing of Empagliflozin in Primary PCI: Pre-Reperfusion Versus Post-Reperfusion Versus Placebo in South Asian STEMI Patients

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if giving the drug empagliflozin before versus after a heart procedure called primary PCI (percutaneous coronary intervention) affects how much heart muscle is damaged during a heart attack. Primary PCI is a procedure that opens blocked heart arteries using a small balloon and stent. While this procedure saves lives, it can also cause extra injury to the heart muscle when blood flow returns. Researchers want to know if empagliflozin given before the procedure can protect the heart better than giving it after the procedure. The main questions this trial aims to answer are: Does giving empagliflozin before the PCI procedure reduce heart muscle injury more than a placebo (a look-alike pill with no active drug)? Does giving empagliflozin before PCI protect the heart better than giving it after PCI? Does empagliflozin given after PCI reduce heart muscle injury compared with a placebo? Researchers will compare three groups of participants to see if the timing of empagliflozin matters: Group A receives empagliflozin before the PCI procedure Group B receives empagliflozin after the PCI procedure Group C receives a placebo at both times All three groups will continue taking their assigned study pills for 90 days. Participants in this study are adults aged 18 to 75 from South Asian backgrounds (Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, or Nepali) who are having their first heart attack and are scheduled for the PCI procedure within 12 hours of their symptoms starting. Participants will: Take a single loading dose of the study pill or placebo right before the PCI procedure Take a single loading dose of the study pill or placebo within 2 hours after the PCI procedure Continue taking the study pill or placebo once daily for 90 days Have blood samples taken 6 times over 48 hours to measure heart muscle injury Have heart function tests at Day 3, Day 30, and Day 90 (echocardiograms, which are ultrasound pictures of the heart) Have a special heart scan (CMR) between Day 3 and Day 5 for some participants to get detailed pictures of the heart muscle Complete 90 days of follow-up with clinic visits and tests Researchers will measure heart muscle injury using a blood test called high-sensitivity troponin. This test measures a protein that is released when heart muscle is damaged. The total amount of this protein released over 48 hours will tell researchers how much heart muscle was injured.

A Clinical Cohort Registry Study on Primary PCI for Acute Myocardial Infarction at Zhongshan Hospital

This study is a registry-based cohort investigation, prospectively enrolling patients who were diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction and underwent primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) at Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, between January 1, 2009, and December 31, 2028. Baseline clinical characteristics, procedural details, laboratory results, and medication records will be systematically collected and documented. The clinical follow-up will encompass both in-hospital monitoring and post-discharge surveillance extending up to two years after the procedure.

Artificial Intelligence Scalable Solution for ST Myocardial Infarction

The ASSIST clinical study is an observational, multicenter study to assess the performance of a cloud-based and AI-powered electrocardiogram (ECG) analysis platform, named Willem™, developed to detect Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI). The main objectives are to compare Willem™ performance to detect and triage ECG patterns associated with AMI compared with human ECG interpretation, and to assess the time periods for both approaches.

Magenta Elevate™ Clinical Feasibility Study in Cardiogenic Shock

The Elevate™ CS Clinical Feasibility Study is designed to evaluate the initial safety, effectiveness, and device performance of the Magenta Elevate™ System in patients with cardiogenic shock due to isolated or predominant left ventricular failure.

Non-stenting Treatment Strategy for Acute Myocardial Infarction With Non-severe Stenosis(EROSION IV)

This study is a prospective, multicenter, open-label, non-inferiority, randomized controlled trial. A total of 2,000 patients with STEMI (\<24 hours or 7-14 days) or NSTEMI will be recruited from at least 20 centers in China. Eligible patients must have residual DS \< 70% at the culprit lesion assessed by QCA, with optional thrombus aspiration, and TIMI flow of grade 3. Patients will be randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to the experimental group or the control group. The planned enrollment period is 36 months, and all patients will be followed up for at least 12 months after randomization, with continued follow-up until the end of the study. The primary outcome is the first occurrence of TLF after randomization, defined as the composite of cardiovascular death, target vessel myocardial infarction, ischemia-driven target lesion revascularization. The study aims to verify whether guideline-recommended standard medical therapy is non-inferior to DES implantation combined with guideline-recommended standard medical therapy in AMI patients with non-severe coronary artery stenosis. A total of 120 participants (60 in the experimental group and 60 in the control group) enrolled at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University were included in the functional substudy. Using Abbott Pressure Wire™X pressure wire test functional indicators, and explore the incidence of coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) as assessed by the index of microcirculatory resistance (IMR) in two groups, and its impact on the rate of the composite endpoint of all-cause death and heart failure readmission occurring for the first time within 12 months.

Prospective Cohort Study of Aging in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction

This is a single-center, prospective, observational cohort study designed to investigate the association between aging-related characteristics and long-term outcomes in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI). Approximately 588 eligible participants will be consecutively enrolled and followed for at least 24 months. Clinical data, aging assessments, laboratory examinations, cardiac imaging, and blood samples will be collected to establish a clinical database and biobank. The study aims to identify aging-related prognostic biomarkers, develop a risk prediction model integrating clinical and aging-related indicators, and improve risk stratification and individualized management for patients with AMI.

Use and Costs of P2Y12 Inhibitors After Acute Myocardial Infarction

This study aims to describe temporal trends in the use and costs of clopidogrel, ticagrelor, and prasugrel in Germany and the United States.

One-hoUr Troponin Using a High-sensitivity Point-Of-Care Assay in Emergency Primary Care

Acute chest pain is a prevalent medical emergency in primary emergency care settings. Triage of chest pain prior to hospital admission presents significant challenges due to the absence of sufficiently sensitive diagnostic tools. Clinical signs, symptoms, risk assessment scores, or a normal electrocardiogram (ECG) can reliably exclude acute myocardial infarction (MI). This diagnostic uncertainty has resulted in chest pain being the second most common cause for acute hospital referrals from Norwegian emergency primary care, even though chest pain is frequently non-cardiac in origin. In acute MI events, cardiac troponins are released into the bloodstream from the damaged myocardium, where low values are used to exclude MI. Until recently, such testing has necessitated using high-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn) assays, which have been limited to hospital laboratories. However, recent technological advancements in point-of-care (POC) testing allow access to whole-blood assays that meet high-sensitivity criteria. In this upcoming project, the investigators will evaluate the implementation of a whole-blood POC assay (QuidelOrtho TriageTrue hs-cTnI) across six Norwegian emergency primary care clinics. The study plans to enrol 2,500 patients over a period of 1.5 years. The clinical performance of the novel strategy will be investigated, as well as its impact on healthcare utilization and hospital referrals compared to standard care. Additionally, the investigators will assess the prevalence of persistent chest pain and its effects on quality of life, alongside psychological stress and anxiety, through validated questionnaires. This project aims to offer better and more comprehensive management of the large group of emergency primary care patients with acute chest pain, contributing to reduced hospital referrals, improved quality of life, and more sustainable use of healthcare services.

CRP Apheresis in Infarct-Related Cardiogenic Shock

Cardiogenic shock complicating acute myocardial infarction remains associated with high short-term mortality despite guideline-directed therapy. Systemic inflammation, particularly elevated C-reactive protein (CRP), may contribute to ongoing myocardial injury and organ dysfunction. The CRP-SHOCK trial is an investigator-initiated, prospective, randomized, open-label, multicenter pilot study evaluating selective CRP apheresis as an adjunct to standard of care in patients with infarct-related cardiogenic shock. Patients are randomized to receive either standard therapy alone or standard therapy plus selective CRP apheresis using the PentraSorb®-CRP system. The primary objective is to assess the effect of CRP apheresis on the CLIP score at 66 ± 8 hours after randomization. Secondary objectives include clinical outcomes, inflammatory biomarkers, and safety endpoints.

Routine Use of Potassium Competitive Acid Blocker vs. Guideline-Directed Gastrointestinal Protection Strategy in Acute Myocardial Infarction

This study aims to compare the clinical outcomes between routine use of potassium competitive acid blocker (P-CAB) and guideline-directed gastrointestinal (GI) protection strategy in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and being treated with dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT).

Machine Learning for Diagnosis of Occlusive MI in LBBB Patients

This study investigates a new way to diagnose severe heart attacks in patients who have a specific electrical heart pattern called a Left Bundle Branch Block (LBBB). When patients present to the emergency department with chest pain, doctors routinely perform an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for a heart attack. However, the presence of an LBBB can alter the heart's electrical signals on the ECG, effectively masking or hiding the typical signs of an ongoing acute coronary occlusion (a completely blocked artery). This making it highly challenging for emergency physicians to make an accurate and rapid diagnosis. The primary purpose of this prospective and observational research is to develop and evaluate an artificial intelligence/machine learning (ML) model that can analyze digital 12-lead ECG signals to accurately predict a true blocked coronary artery in patients with LBBB. The machine learning model will analyze raw digital ECG waveforms to detect subtle, microscopic patterns that might be missed by the human eye. To confirm the accuracy of the model, its predictions will be compared directly with invasive coronary angiography results, which is the gold standard reference method used to visualize blocked vessels. Additionally, the study aims to evaluate if the model can differentiate between a true heart attack caused by a blocked artery (Type 1 MI) and other non-occlusive conditions that cause elevated heart enzymes (Type 2 MI). Ultimately, the investigators intend to determine whether integrating this machine learning tool into emergency care can safely reduce the rate of unnecessary emergency invasive procedures for patients who do not have a true coronary blockage.

Ventricular Arrhythmias in Acute Myocardial Infarction

Ventricular arrhythmias are a serious complication of myocardial infarction. The aim of this study is to provide reliable data on the management and mortality associated with ventricular arrhythmia in the setting of acute myocardial infarction.

Recombinant Human Thymosin Beta 4 for Injection(NL005) for Acute Myocardial Infarction

The goal of this phase IIc clinical trial is to learn if recombinant human thymosin beta 4 injection (NL005) works to treat heart damage in people who have had a serious type of heart attack called ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and have been treated with emergency percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI, a procedure to open the blocked artery). It will also learn about the safety of NL005. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does NL005 lower the size of permanent heart muscle damage measured by cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) scan 90 days after treatment? * What medical problems do participants have when taking NL005? Researchers will compare two different doses of NL005 to a placebo (a look-alike substance that contains no drug) to see if NL005 works better to reduce heart damage caused by the heart attack. Participants will: * Receive NL005 or placebo through a vein within 4 hours after the PCI procedure, then once a day for 7 days * Stay in the hospital for the first week for monitoring, blood draws, and electrocardiograms (heart tracings) * Have a CMR scan on Day 6 and Day 90 to measure the size of the heart injury * Return to the hospital for checkups on Day 30 and Day 90 * Be contacted by the study team (by phone or online) 3 times during the first year and come back to the hospital on Day 360 to check long-term recovery

Effect of Montelukast on Inflammatory Markers and Cardiac Injury in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction

This is a randomized controlled clinical trial designed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of Montelukast in patients diagnosed with Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI). The study aims to investigate whether the administration of Montelukast influences inflammatory markers and the extent of cardiac injury following a heart attack.Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the active medication or a placebo to provide high-quality evidence regarding the drug's potential cardioprotective and anti-inflammatory properties. The trial is conducted through the Faculty of Pharmacy and Faculty of Medicine at Mansoura University

Treatment With Aspirin Alone Versus Aspirin in Combination With Fondaparinux Before Early Coronary Assessment in Patients With Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction

The main goal of this study is to compare two treatments in patients with a specific type of heart attack called Non-ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI). The investigators want to find out whether using aspirin alone is as effective and safer than using aspirin together with a second blood thinner called fondaparinux. Both treatments will be given before a scheduled heart procedure called coronary angiography (CAG), which may include balloon dilation and stent placement (PCI) if needed. The current guidelines recommend using aspirin in combination with a second blood thinner like fondaparinux before CAG and possible PCI. However, these recommendations are based on studies from the 1990s, a time when invasive procedures were not standard practice for these patients. In contrast, nearly all patients with NSTEMI in Denmark (96%) now undergo CAG within 72 hours. This change in practice raises questions about whether the older studies still provide a valid foundation for today's guidelines. The study aims to answer two questions: 1. Is aspirin alone as effective as aspirin combined with fondaparinux before early CAG and possible PCI? 2. Is aspirin alone safer, with a lower risk of severe bleeding, compared to the combination treatment? To answer these questions, the investigators will enroll about 5,000 patients with NSTEMI. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either aspirin alone or aspirin with fondaparinux. The investigators will monitor them for 30 days to compare outcomes such as death, new heart attacks, the need for urgent CAG before the scheduled, and severe bleeding.

ARTEMIS - A Research Study to Look at How Ziltivekimab Works Compared to Placebo in People With a Heart Attack

The research study is being done to see if ziltivekimab can be used to treat people who were admitted to hospital because of a heart attack. Ziltivekimab might reduce development of heart disease, thereby preventing new heart attacks or strokes. Participants will either get ziltivekimab (active medicine) or placebo (a dummy medicine which has no effect on the body). Which treatment participants get is decided by chance. The chance of getting ziltivekimab or placebo is the same. The participant will need to inject the study medicine into a flat skin surface in there stomach, thigh, or upper arm once every month. Ziltivekimab is not yet approved in any country or region in the world. It is a new medicine that doctors cannot prescribe. The study will last for about 2 years.

Construction and Analysis of a Risk Prediction Model for Acute Myocardial Infarction Based on Spatiotemporal Heterogeneous Data

Acute myocardial infarction (AMI), as the leading cause of death among cardiovascular diseases, has its diagnosis and treatment efficiency directly affecting survival. Although the current diagnosis and treatment system has significantly improved in-hospital outcomes, delays in seeking medical care due to patients' insufficient awareness and out-of-hospital deaths are common, representing the biggest bottleneck in improving diagnostic and treatment capabilities. This study takes intelligent-assisted diagnosis of AMI as the entry point and proposes a technical approach that combines a deep learning algorithm based on 12-lead electrocardiograms with wearable monitoring devices. By utilizing morphological feature extraction and deep learning models, it aims to achieve early identification and warning of AMI. The study plans to build a multi-center AMI long-term follow-up cohort covering the Beijing area based on spatiotemporal heterogeneous data. By integrating and forming a precise high-risk cohort of 3,000 acute myocardial infarction cases, it seeks to construct an AMI risk prediction model that combines deep learning with a retrieval-augmented generative expert system, breaking through bottlenecks in ECG recognition and temporal prediction, enhancing model generalization and transferability. Ultimately, it will support the application of wearable devices, shorten pre-hospital delays, achieve early warning and precise diagnosis of AMI, reduce reinfarction and cardiac-related mortality, and carry significant clinical and public health importance.

Prospective Lifespan Cohort of Myocardial Infarction

This prospective cohort study aims to establish a lifespan cohort of myocardial infarction and build a standardized, multidimensional, and shareable disease-specific database by systematically integrating clinical phenotypes, multi-omics data, and longitudinal follow-up information. Based on artificial intelligence and multi-omics integration, the study further seeks to develop a precision prevention and control framework for acute myocardial infarction covering the full continuum from early risk warning and accurate diagnosis to individualized treatment and long-term risk management. The study will enroll adults aged 18 to 74 years, including two major populations: individuals at high risk of acute myocardial infarction, such as those with stable or unstable angina, and patients with confirmed acute myocardial infarction diagnosed according to the Fourth Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction. Biospecimens, including venous blood, urine, and feces, will be collected, and participants will undergo standardized baseline assessment and follow-up. The primary outcome is all-cause mortality during follow-up. Secondary outcomes include cardiovascular death, recurrent myocardial infarction, readmission due to heart failure, revascularization, stroke, stent thrombosis, and severe bleeding. This study is expected to provide scientific evidence and technical support for precision prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of myocardial infarction.

Effects of Ziltivekimab on Coronary Atherosclerotic Burden in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction

Despite improvements in the treatment, coronary artery disease (CAD) remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Around 20% of people who have suffered a heart attack (myocardial infarction) need to be hospitalized again within a year, and 10% experience another heart attack. Despite currently available medication, patients remain at risk of further episodes after a heart attack. Scientists have discovered that inflammation in the body plays a decisive role in the development and narrowing of arterial blockages (atherosclerosis). This study aims to investigate whether a new treatment that reduces inflammation can help improve the arteries of patients with CAD. This study will examine whether blocking certain inflammation-related substances with a new medicinal product called ziltivekimab affects the buildup and composition of plaques (fatty deposits) in the coronary arteries. Special imaging diagnostic techniques will be used to look inside the arteries and check whether the treatment helps reduce the narrowing caused by dangerous plaques, which can lead to future heart attacks. This is a clinical study in which participants are randomly divided into two groups (randomization): one group will receive the new treatment ziltivekimab and other group will receive a placebo (a harmless substance with no active ingredients). Both groups will continue to receive standard treatment for heart attacks. The study lasts approximately 15 months per participant. The full scientific title of the trial is: Effects of ziltivekimab versus placebo on coronary atherosclerosis in patients with acute myocardial infarction. A study with serial multi-vessel imaging obtained using intravascular ultrasound, near-infrared spectroscopy, and optical coherence tomography techniques.