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NCT07315997 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record

The Coronary Artery Calcium and Troponins in Rheumatoid Arthritis (CAT-RA) Study

A clinical trial of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD), sponsored by Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Recruiting
Registry status
120
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT07315997: Recruiting study of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD), sponsored by Brigham and Women's Hospital.

NCT07315997 is a study of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) that is actively recruiting participants, run by Brigham and Women's Hospital. The registered enrollment target is 120 participants, below the 261-participant average among 17 other Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) trials with a reported enrollment target (54% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.

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The verdict

NCT07315997, a study of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD), is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Brigham and Women's Hospital.

RECRUITING
Registry status
120 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have up to 2x the risk of having a heart attack compared to someone without RA. The goal of this study is to identify biomarkers that can help us do a better job of identifying individuals at risk before they develop symptoms of heart disease and start preventative treatment earlier.

Primary Outcome

Quantified coronary artery calcium score

Interventions

  • DIAGNOSTIC_TEST high sensitivity cardiac troponin

Study Locations (1)

Massachusetts

  • Brigham and Womens Hospital - Boston

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 120 participants
Start Date 2024-09-04
Est. Completion 2028-03-04
Brigham and Women's Hospital

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What NCT07315997 shows while recruiting

NCT07315997 is an observational study that tracks outcomes without assigning an intervention. The registered 120 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 261-participant average among 17 other Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) trials with a reported enrollment target (54% lower).

The record links to 2 conditions, with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which high sensitivity cardiac troponin is the first listed.

NCT07315997 reports a single indexed study location in Massachusetts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT07315997 about?

NCT07315997 is a clinical study titled "The Coronary Artery Calcium and Troponins in Rheumatoid Arthritis (CAT-RA) Study". Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have up to 2x the risk of having a heart attack compared to someone without RA. The goal of this study is to identify biomarkers that can help us do a better job of identifying individuals at risk before they develop symptoms of heart disease and start prev...

What is the current status of trial NCT07315997?

This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 120 participants. The study started on 2024-09-04. Estimated completion is 2028-03-04.

What conditions does trial NCT07315997 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD).

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07315997?

The interventions under investigation include: high sensitivity cardiac troponin (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07315997?

This trial is sponsored by Brigham and Women's Hospital, which has 937 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT07315997 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

Similar trials for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

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Where NCT07315997's enrollment target sits among peer trials

120 7th of 17 higher than 11 of 17 other Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) trials

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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08

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