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Predictors for ACS and Complexity of CAD

The Significance of Triglyceride Index and TG/HDL-C Ratios as Predictors of Acute Coronary Syndromes in Young Population and the Complexity of Coronary Artery Disease

Status
Not yet recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Observational
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT07130188
Enrollment
130
Registered
2025-08-19
Start date
2025-09-01
Completion date
2026-12-30
Last updated
2025-08-19

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Conditions

TG/HDL-C Ratio, TG Index, Young Population

Brief summary

To evaluate the significance of the Triglyceride index and TG/HDL-C ratio as predictors of acute coronary syndromes in the young population

Detailed description

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with a rising incidence of acute coronary syndromes (ACS) in young individuals under the age of 40. Early identification of at-risk individuals in this population is essential for implementing preventive strategies and reducing adverse outcomes【1,2】. Traditional risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, smoking, and dyslipidemia are well-established; however, their predictive value in the young population is often limited【2】. Recent studies have highlighted the significance of novel lipid-derived markers, particularly the triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index and the triglyceride-to-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (TG/HDL-C) ratio, as potential predictors of insulin resistance, subclinical atherosclerosis, and cardiovascular events【1,3】. The TyG index and TG/HDL-C ratio are simple, cost-effective markers derived from routine laboratory parameters and have shown promising associations with metabolic syndrome, endothelial dysfunction, and coronary artery disease (CAD) severity【3,4】. Despite emerging evidence in older adults, limited data exist regarding the utility of these markers in predicting ACS among the young population, where conventional risk scores often underestimate risk【4,5】. Early detection through these markers could improve risk stratification and guide preventive strategies. This study aims to evaluate the significance of the TyG index and TG/HDL-C ratio as predictors of ACS in young adults, providing insight into their potential role in primary prevention

Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TESTPCI

Coronary angiography then SYNTAX score calculation

Sponsors

Assiut University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 40 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

\- Age 18-40 years. Confirmed diagnosis of ACS (STEMI, NSTEMI). Willingness to participate with informed consent.

Exclusion criteria

* Age \> 40 years old People with Previous ACS Patients known to have familial hyperlipidemia

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Predictive value of TyG index and TG/HDL-C ratio for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in young adultsOn second day of admissionOccurrence of ACS (defined as STEMI, NSTEMI confirmed by clinical assessment, ECG changes, and cardiac biomarkers according to accepted guideline criteria) and the diagnostic/predictive performance of baseline Triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index and TG/HDL-C ratio for ACS.

Contacts

Primary ContactSaleh Mohamed Saleh, Resident
Saleh.17298603@med.aun.edu.eg+201094568705
Backup ContactMohamed Osman Abdelhameed, Lecturer
+201061878040

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026