Overview

How Effective Are Antithrombotic Therapies in Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2013-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare unfractionated heparin (UFH) and bivalirudin in the performance and subsequent outcomes of Primary percutaneous coronary intervention. This will be a pragmatic trial. Interventional procedures will be performed to reflect current and evolving standards, including predominant radial access. All patients will be treated with routine oral anti-platelet therapy pre-procedure. GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors will be reserved for 'bail out' treatment only.
Phase:
Phase 4
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Treatments:
Bivalirudin
Calcium heparin
Heparin
Hirudins