The overall objective of this research proposal is to use OCT to investigate those morphological culprit plaque characteristics associated with the risk of developing MVO in reperfused STEMI patients.
The specific research objectives include: 1. To use OCT to determine the type of plaque (plaque rupture, plaque erosion or calcified nodule) most associated with the presence and severity of MVO (as measured by IMR and cardiac MRI). 2. To use OCT to investigate the relationship between the extent of tissue protrusion and the amount of residual stent thrombus with the presence and severity of MVO (as measured by IMR and cardiac MRI).
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
35
Special camera to study part of your heart that was affected
Special wire to study part of your heart that was affected
Special scanner if the heart to assess the damage of your heart
National Heart Centre Singapore
Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
RECRUITINGAll cause mortality
Time frame: Two years
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