Aortic Stenosis narrowing of the aortic valve
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - Asymptomatic moderate aortic valve stenosis. The severity of AS will be quantified according to current EACVI / ASE guidelines.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: • Heavily calcified aortic valve on echocardiography (defined as grade 4 calcification: extensive thickening/calcification of all cusps as described in the articles by Rosenhek et al.). • Severe mitral valve stenosis (MVA 80 years. • Pre-existing chronic gastro-intestinal complaints which may obscure signs of colchicine intolerance. • The presence of a pacemaker or internal cardiac defibrillator. • Child-bearing potential without the use of contraception. • Renal impairment (eGFR
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The change at 24 months relative to baseline in: - Aortic valve calcium score measured by computed tomography (Agatston Units). | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The change at 24 months relative to baseline in: - 18F-NaF uptake of the aortic valve using positron emission tomography (PET). - Peak aortic-jet velocity (m/s determined by echocardiography). | — |
Countries
Netherlands