Design and rationale of the efficacy of spinal cord stimulation in patients with refractory angina pectoris (SCRAP) trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The use of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) in patients with refractory angina pectoris (RAP) is still under debate. Studies up to date have shown a positive effect with an improvement in quality of life. However, no double blinded randomized controlled trials have been performed.

Hypothesis & methods

The objective of this trial is to investigate if high density SCS leads to a significant reduction in the amount of myocardial ischemia in patients with RAP. Eligible patients must meet the criteria for RAP, have proven ischemia and a positive transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator treadmill test. Patients who meet the inclusion criteria will receive an implanted spinal cord stimulator. Patients receive 6 months of high density SCS and 6 months of no stimulation usi

SUBMITTER: Vervaat FE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10270247 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature