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HypertensionNCT04471389

Longitudinal Follow-up Study in Two Chinese Hypertension Cohorts

An observational study of Hypertension, run by First Affiliated Hospital Xi'an Jiaotong University at 1 site in China.

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Status not confirmed. The sponsor has not verified this record for over two years, so it may be out of date.

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Trial summary

Essential hypertension is a complex trait that results from interaction between environmental factors and genetic factors. Salt sensitivity is the genetic susceptibility of blood pressure to salt, and it is an intermediate genetic phenotype of essential hypertension. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 40 to 80 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Hypertension
What is being tested?
Incidence and risk factors of hypertension
How many people
5,611 participants
Where
1 siteChina
Study dates
Sep 2021to Dec 2022
Phase
Observational
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 40 to 80 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Study population: In March and April 1987, investigators established the cohort of Hanzhong Adolescent Hypertension Study. A total of 4,623 adolescents aged 6-15 years old in over 20 schools of three towns (Qili, Laojun and Shayan) in Hanzhong, Shaanxi, China were recruited. In 2003-2004, investigators established the cohort of Mei county adult salt-sensitive hypertension Study. This study was a family-based dietary intervention study conducted in a Han Chinese population from rural areas of northern China. A total of 675 subjects from 126 families were recruited in this cohort.

Who may be able to join

  • Hanzhong cohort of Adolescent Hypertension Study:
  • adolescents aged 6-15 years old in over 20 schools of three towns (Qili, Laojun and Shayan) in Hanzhong, Shaanxi, China.
  • Mei county cohort of adult salt-sensitive hypertension study:
  • Han individuals in rural northern China
  • adults aged 18-60 years
  • individuals who had a mean systolic BP (SBP) between 130-160 mmHg and/or a diastolic BP (DBP) between 85-100 mmHg and no use of antihypertensive medications were identified as the proband
  • the probands'parents, siblings, spouses, and offspring were recruited for the study.

Who cannot join

  • Secondary hypertension
  • a history of severe cardiovascular disease
  • chronic kidney disease or liver disease
  • unable to complete the examination
  • unable/refuse to sign the informed consent form

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Jianjun Mu, doctor contact

0086-029-85323804

mujjun@163.com

Chao Chu, doctor contact

0086-029-85323804

iaacd@163.com

China1 site
  • First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University

    Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710061

    Jianjun Mu, doctor, 0086-029-85323804, mujjun@163.com

    Chao Chu, doctor, 0086-029-85323804, iaacd@163.com

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About this study

Official title: Effect of the Interaction Between Environmental Factors and Salt-sensitive Genomics on Long-term Blood Pressure in Chinese Population

Essential hypertension is a complex trait that results from interaction between environmental factors and genetic factors. Salt sensitivity is the genetic susceptibility of blood pressure to salt, and it is an intermediate genetic phenotype of essential hypertension. This study aims to investigate the effects of interaction between salt sensitivity genomics and environmental factors on long-term blood pressure (BP) and target organ damage based on two established cohorts including "the cohort of Hanzhong adolescent hypertension study" and "the cohort of Mei county adult salt-sensitive hypertension study". Firstly, the Hanzhong cohort-based follow-up study is designed to observe the track of BP from childhood, and to explore the effects of many risk factors (such as salt-sensitivity, obesity et al) on long-term BP changes and the occurrence of TODs. In addition, by using DNA samples collected from subjects of "Mei county adult salt-sensitive hypertension study" in which all participants had completed a chronic salt loading and potassium intervention trial, investigators attempt to carry out whole-exome sequencing (WES), whole-genome DNA methylation and transcriptome detection, and analyze the relationship between salt sensitivity genomics and BP responses to dietary sodium/potassium intervention, long-term BP change, the risk of target organ damages. Investigators aim to explore the role of risk factors, including salt sensitivity, in the development of hypertension, and to illustrate the effects of interaction between salt sensitivity genomics and environmental factors on hypertension and target organ damage. This study would enable the investigators to further explore the genetic mechanism of essential hypertension, to identify new genetic markers for predicting early hypertension and target organ damage as well as to provide the basis for the prevention, targeted treatment, and new drugs development of hypertension in the future.

Read the detailed description

This study is a longitudinal cohort follow-up study. The main contents include:

(1) Questionnaire design: the questionnaire is designed according to the research contents and purposes. The standard questionnaires will be used to collect the general information, dietary habits, lifestyle, medical history, and family history etc. (2) Anthropometric measurements: blood pressure, pulse, height, body weight, waist and hip circumference will be acquired by medical practitioners who received professional training based on World Health Organization (WHO) standards, and passed relevant examinations. (3) Blood and urine samples collection: morning fasting blood, nocturia, and 24-hour urine specimen will be collected by medical staffs, and blind tubes will be set up according to 5% of the total samples. Blood biochemistries including serum total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, fasting glucose, creatinine and hsCRP can be measured using automatic biochemical analyzer. The sodium and potassium concentrations in the urine will be measured by flame photometry. The total sodium and potassium excretions in urine in 24h were calculated by multiplying the concentration and 24-h volume of urine. (4) Auxiliary examinations: Auxiliary examinations including carotid intima-media thickness, endothelium-dependent vasodilation (FMD), measurements of brachial-ankle pulse wave velocity (baPWV) and electrocardiographic parameters. The measurement will be done in hospitals by medical practitioners who received professional trainings and passed relevant examinations. (5) Whole-exome sequencing: Genomic DNA will be isolated from blood samples and subjected to exome capture, followed by next-generation sequencing on the Roche NimbleGen system. (6) Whole-genome DNA methylation analysis: levels of DNA methylation will be quantified using the Illumina Infinium HumanMethylation450K Beadchip array (HM450K). (7) Transcriptome sequencing: cDNA libraries will be sequenced via the Illumina HiSeqTM 2500 platform. (8) Data processing and statistics: investigators should input the data to the database, and utilize software such as Access, SPSS, STATA, CASAVA, MutSigCV, and Genome MuSic to analyze. (9) Quality control: ① Questionnaire is strictly designed and amended by epidemiologists and clinical experts. ② A standardized "Investigator Handbook" will be stipulated according to the guidelines. ③ Staff members are required to do a rigorous training and pass the exam. ④ The investigation process will be strictly supervised by the principal investigator. ⑤ Data entry uses the parallel double-entry method. ⑥ During laboratory testing, blank control and blind detection are applied to ensure the quality. ⑦ Data analysis is performed by 2-3 postgraduates, inconsistent data need to be double-checked.

Conditions
Hypertension
Being tested
Incidence and risk factors of hypertension
Keywords
blood pressure, Salt-sensitive, Left Ventricular Hypertrophy, Vascular Stiffness, Carotid Artery Diseases
Medical subject headings
Hypertension, Hypertrophy, Left Ventricular, Carotid Artery Diseases

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Incidence and risk factors of hypertensionOther

    During the follow-up period, General information(age, sex, BMI, blood pressure, the history of drink and smoke, medical history, etc). Blood biochemistry parameters(Lipid, hsCRP levels, etc)and other laboratory examination parameters(arterial stiffness, IMT, FMD) will be collected.

Study groups in NCT04471389
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Hanzhong adolescent hypertension cohortA total of 4623 adolescents aged 6-15 years old in Hanzhong rural areas was recruited in 1987. During the follow-up period, the information about the incidence and risk factors of hypertension will be collected.
Receives: Other: Incidence and risk factors of hypertension
Mei county adult salt-sensitive hypertension cohortA total of 675 individuals from 126 families were recruited in this family-based dietary intervention study. A community-based BP screening was conducted among adults aged 18-60 years in the study villages. The probands who had a mean systolic BP (SBP) between 130-160 mmHg and/or a diastolic BP (DBP) between 85-100 mmHg and no use of antihypertensive medications and their parents, siblings, spouses, and offspring were recruited in this study. During the follow-up period, the information about the incidence and risk factors of hypertension will be collected.
Receives: Other: Incidence and risk factors of hypertension

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. blood pressure value(mmHg)

    The follow-up study of these two cohorts will last approximately 24 months (Jan 2020 to Dec 2021). During this period, each subject will receive a three-day follow-up examination. Three BP (mmHg) measurements will be obtained using a mercury sphygmomanometer on the first day of the three-day follow-up period.

    Measured: First day of the three-day follow-up period

Secondary outcomes (7)
  1. Left ventricular hypertrophy (g/m^2)

    The follow-up study of these two cohorts will last approximately 24 months (Jan 2020 to Dec 2021). During this period, each subject will receive a three-day follow-up examination. Left ventricular mass index (LVMI,g/m^2)will be measured using echocardiography during the three-day follow-up period.

    Measured: During the three-day follow-up period

  2. Increased arterial stiffness (mm/s)

    The follow-up study of these two cohorts will last approximately 24 months (Jan 2020 to Dec 2021). During this period, each subject will receive a three-day follow-up examination. Brachial-ankle pulse wave velocity (baPWV, mm/s) will be measured with Noninvasive automatic waveform analyzer during the three-day follow-up period.

    Measured: During the three-day follow-up period

  3. Carotid artery wall thickening (mm)

    The follow-up study of these two cohorts will last approximately 24 months (Jan 2020 to Dec 2021). During this period, each subject will receive a three-day follow-up examination. Carotid Intima media thickness (IMT, mm) will be measured using Color Doppler Ultrasound Diagnostic System during the three-day follow-up period.

    Measured: During the three-day follow-up period

  4. Microalbuminuria (mg/24h)

    The follow-up study of these two cohorts will last approximately 24 months (Jan 2020 to Dec 2021). During this period, each subject will receive a three-day follow-up examination. On the second day, 24-hour urinary will be collected and the concentrations of microalbuminuria in the urine sample will be measured with Hitachi biochemical analyzer. The 24-hour microalbuminuria(mg/24h) of each subject is calculated as the concentration of microalbuminuria multiplied by the 24-hour urine volume of each individual.

    Measured: Second day of the three-day follow-up period

  5. whole exome sequencing

    After the two-year follow-up, sample examination and data analysis will take 12 months (Jan 2022 to Dec 2022). During this period, whole exome sequencing will be carried out on each sample using Illumina Hiseq 2500.

    Measured: the whole year after the follow-up period

  6. whole genome DNA methylation detection

    After the two-year follow-up, sample examination and data analysis will take 12 months (Jan 2022 to Dec 2022). During this period, whole genome DNA methylation detection will be carried out on each sample using illulIlina Human Melylation 450K Beadchip.

    Measured: the whole year after the follow-up period

  7. whole-genome transcriptome sequencing

    After the two-year follow-up, sample examination and data analysis will take 12 months (Jan 2022 to Dec 2022). During this period, whole-genome transcriptome detection will be carried out on each sample using Illumina HiseqTM 2500.

    Measured: the whole year after the follow-up period

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted15 Jul 2020
  2. Study startSep 2021 (estimated)
  3. Primary completionDec 2021 (estimated)
  4. Study completionDec 2022 (estimated)

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Observational
Observational model
Cohort
Time perspective
Prospective
Enrolment
5,611 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT04471389
Sponsor's protocol ID
XJTU1AF-CRF-2019-004
Status last verified
Aug 2021
First submitted
21 Jun 2020
Last updated
31 Aug 2021
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Yes: The achievements will be evaluated by papers published in specialized journals with a peer-reviewed system, and the original dates can be disclosed according to requirements.

Publications

  • Zheng W, Mu J, Chu C, Hu J, Yan Y, Ma Q, Lv Y, Xu X, Wang K, Wang Y, Deng Y, Yan B, Yang R, Yang J, Ren Y, Yuan Z. Association of Blood Pressure Trajectories in Early Life with Subclinical Renal Damage in Middle Age. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2018 Dec;29(12):2835-2846. doi: 10.1681/ASN.2018030263. Epub 2018 Nov 12.

    PubMed 30420422
  • Fang Y, Mu JJ, He LC, Wang SC, Liu ZQ. Salt loading on plasma asymmetrical dimethylarginine and the protective role of potassium supplement in normotensive salt-sensitive asians. Hypertension. 2006 Oct;48(4):724-9. doi: 10.1161/01.HYP.0000238159.19614.ce. Epub 2006 Sep 11.

    PubMed 16966580

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of Hypertension, run by First Affiliated Hospital Xi'an Jiaotong University at 1 site in China.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 7 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 31 Aug 2021. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in China. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

Results are not available in the source record.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Jianjun Mu, doctor (0086-029-85323804, mujjun@163.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

blood pressure value(mmHg) (time frame: First day of the three-day follow-up period). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04471389, which also lists 2 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 31 Aug 2021.

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