Clinical trials
Atherosclerosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting atherosclerosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 162 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07824921Enrolling by invitation
Oral microbiome in aorta aneurysm and carotid atherosclerosis
This study looks at how bacteria in your mouth might be linked to the health of your blood vessels. It may help doctors understand why some people get aneurysms or blocked arteries, and could lead to better ways to prevent or treat these conditions.
BudapestAges 18–110 - NCT06511089RecruitingPhase 3
Carotid artery stenting during stroke clot removal
This trial tests whether placing a stent in a narrowed carotid artery during a procedure to remove a stroke clot improves outcomes. If you have a stroke with a blocked large artery and significant carotid narrowing, this study may be relevant to you.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT07800481RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Imaging test for carotid artery health using a new tracer
This study tests a new imaging agent that may help see plaque buildup in the carotid arteries, which are the main arteries in the neck. It is looking for healthy volunteers to help establish a normal baseline for future scans.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07783802RecruitingPhase 2
Study of clazakizumab for adults with high inflammation and heart risk
This study tests whether clazakizumab can reduce the risk of heart attacks or strokes in people with high levels of inflammation (measured by a blood test called hsCRP) and conditions like heart disease, obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease. If you qualify, you'll receive either the study drug or a placebo to see if it helps lower your risk.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06447740Recruiting
Stent vs. medication for narrowed kidney artery
This trial compares placing a tiny mesh tube (stent) to open the narrowed kidney artery versus continuing blood pressure medicines alone. It is for people whose high blood pressure is hard to control even with multiple medications and who have a blockage in the kidney artery that can be treated.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07772570Recruiting
Studying blood markers in coronary artery disease
This study collects blood samples and images from patients with heart muscle damage or those undergoing coronary angiography. The goal is to find new biomarkers that could improve diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease.
OxfordAges 18–90 - NCT07762664Recruiting
Photon-counting CT versus regular CT for evaluating carotid artery narrowing before stenting
This study compares two types of CT scans to evaluate the arteries in your neck before you have a stent placed. The newer photon-counting CT may provide more detailed images, which could help your doctor plan the procedure more precisely.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 10–90 - NCT07719894RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing heart problems in type 2 diabetes with cilostazol and aspirin
This trial tests whether taking cilostazol and aspirin together can help prevent heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes who have early signs of artery disease or metabolic syndrome. It aims to see if this combination is more effective than aspirin alone.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT07713017Recruiting
Exercise after heart bypass surgery
This study looks at how combining aerobic exercise with strength training can help people recover after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. If you had a successful bypass with no complications and are willing to join a heart rehab program, this trial may be a good fit for you.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–60 - NCT06610578Recruiting
Screening for brain artery blockage using eye exams
This trial tests if a simple eye exam can help screen for blocked brain arteries. It may help find people at risk earlier without invasive tests.
Beijing, None SelectedAges 18 years+ - NCT06040073Recruiting
Study of heart artery blockages after heart attack
This study is for people who recently had a heart attack and need an angiogram. It looks at blockages that are not completely blocking blood flow to learn how they change over time.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07657676RecruitingPhase 4
Study of mazdutide for heart artery plaque in people who are overweight
This study tests whether mazdutide, a medicine that may help with weight and blood sugar, can reduce plaque buildup in the heart's arteries. It is for people who are overweight or obese and have some narrowing in their heart arteries but do not need immediate procedures like stents.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07625488Enrolling by invitation
Heart Disease Risk Follow-up Study for Former Athletes
This study follows up with people who participated in a heart-health study between 2012 and 2014. Researchers will use heart imaging and exercise tests to check your cardiovascular health and learn more about heart disease risk in athletes.
NijmegenAges 45 years+ - NCT07613294RecruitingPhase 3
Testing lepodisiran to reduce heart plaque buildup
This study tests whether a new medicine called lepodisiran can shrink plaque in heart arteries for adults with high Lp(a) (a type of cholesterol linked to heart disease) who have had a heart event or are at serious risk. The trial uses CT scans to monitor changes in your arteries.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 45–80 - NCT07611747RecruitingPhase 4
Ultrasound Screening to Prevent Heart Disease in Rheumatic Patients
This study tests whether using ultrasound to look at arteries in the neck can help prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with inflammatory joint diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Researchers will use the results to guide treatment decisions.
Alicante, AlicanteAges 50 years+ - NCT06694012Recruiting
Ohtori Study Part 2 heart health
This study looks at heart and metabolic health in the general population. It helps researchers understand how to prevent conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
Sakai, OsakaAges 20 years+ - NCT05500989Recruiting
Compare early pregnancy blood-flow markers in preeclampsia
This study looks at blood-flow and artery health signs during pregnancy to better understand why preeclampsia happens. It compares women with preeclampsia to women with an uncomplicated pregnancy, and may help improve early detection and care.
MaastrichtAges 18 years+ - NCT07556887Recruiting
Using IMPROVE to Choose Carotid Artery Treatment After Stroke
This study tests whether a new tool called IMPROVE helps doctors decide if you need surgery or a stent to clear a narrowed carotid artery (a major neck blood vessel) after a recent stroke or mini-stroke. The goal is to better predict which patients will benefit most from this treatment.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT07552948Recruiting
Radial vs. Vein Grafts for Heart Bypass Surgery
This study compares two types of blood vessels used in heart bypass surgery: the radial artery (from your forearm) versus a vein (typically from your leg). Researchers want to see which graft option works better and lasts longer in women with severe heart disease.
TomskAges 18 years+ - NCT07540741Recruiting
PCSK9 Inhibitors for Large-Artery Stroke Recovery
This trial tests whether a cholesterol-lowering medication called evolocumab (a PCSK9 inhibitor) can help people recover better after a specific type of stroke caused by clogged arteries. The study checks if lowering cholesterol further than usual statins do improves stroke outcomes and is safe.
HeilongjiangAges 18–80 - NCT07524101Recruiting
Statin and Ezetimibe for Heart Disease and Kidney Disease
This trial tests whether taking a moderate-strength statin (cholesterol-lowering drug) plus ezetimibe (another cholesterol medicine) together helps protect the heart and kidneys in people who have both chronic kidney disease and established heart disease or stroke history.
SeoulAges 19–85 - NCT05796739Recruiting
Stress testing once or only when needed for high calcium risk
This study compares two approaches to stress testing in people who feel fine but have high coronary artery calcium on a scan. It may help determine whether testing routinely is better than doing it only if symptoms or concerns arise.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT06172335Recruiting
Testing fish oil for heart health in people with belly fat
This study tests whether a type of fish oil can help reduce plaque buildup in arteries, focusing on people with high triglycerides and extra belly fat.
OsloAges 20–70 - NCT05416385Recruiting
Stress echo scan with special contrast to study carotid plaque
This study uses a heart stress ultrasound test, plus a contrast dye, to look for new blood vessel growth inside carotid plaque (the buildup in neck arteries). It may help doctors better judge the risk of stroke and determine which people need closer care.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for atherosclerosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 162 recruiting atherosclerosis studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a atherosclerosis trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a atherosclerosis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.