Clinical trials
Atherosclerosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting atherosclerosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 166 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05325034Recruiting
Lipid-lowering plan after heart attack in adults
This study tests a cholesterol-lowering treatment plan for adults admitted for a Type 1 heart attack. It may help your care team choose guideline-based cholesterol goals and treatments after the event.
Wollongong, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT05440422RecruitingPhase 2
Anifrolumab to improve blood vessel risk markers in lupus
This Phase 2 trial tests anifrolumab, a lupus medicine, to see if it can improve blood vessel “risk markers” in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The study is especially focused on SLE-related problems that can affect heart and blood vessel health.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT05488431RecruitingPhase 2
Bempedoic acid to lower cholesterol and inflammation in HIV
This Phase 2 trial studies whether bempedoic acid can lower cholesterol and inflammation in people with HIV who are already on effective HIV medications. It may help reduce signs of artery inflammation that can contribute to heart and stroke risk.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40 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+ - NCT05518305Recruiting
Predicting recurrent stroke risk in people with artery narrowing
This study looks at blood markers and brain/artery scan results to predict who with intracranial artery narrowing is more likely to have another stroke. It may help doctors spot higher-risk people earlier and better target prevention.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 30 years+ - NCT05550077Recruiting
Imaging study for narrowed brain arteries after stroke
This trial uses a detailed eye/brain imaging test (optical coherence tomography) to study people with significantly narrowed brain arteries after certain stroke-like events. It may help researchers better understand and monitor this condition to improve care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05581368Recruiting
Study how cannabis affects blood vessels
This trial tests whether regular cannabis use changes how your blood vessels work, compared with people who do not use cannabis. It may help researchers understand potential effects on heart and circulation health.
London, OntarioAges 19–80 - NCT05642858Recruiting
Learn heart health tips for people living with HIV
This study tests a text-message education program to help people living with HIV manage cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) health. It may be helpful if you are 40 or older and can use a smartphone to receive messages.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40 years+ - NCT05757505Recruiting
Intracranial stent for narrowed brain arteries after symptoms
This trial studies whether an intracranial stent (a small mesh tube placed inside the brain artery) improves outcomes and safety for people with severe, symptomatic narrowing of brain arteries. It may help if symptoms continue despite antiplatelet medicine or if blood flow to the brain is poor.
Luoyang, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT05777655Recruiting
Medication app to help people take statins as prescribed
This trial studies whether a medication-management phone app can improve how reliably you take a high-intensity statin (cholesterol-lowering medicine). You may be eligible if you’re starting a statin for blood vessel disease and have higher LDL (“bad cholesterol”) levels.
Essen, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18 years+ - NCT05800821Recruiting
Predicting brain blood-flow problems after carotid surgery
This study uses deep learning to predict which people are at risk for “cerebral hyperperfusion syndrome” (a dangerous spike in brain blood flow) after carotid revascularization. If you qualify, they’ll use scans/tests to estimate your risk so doctors can watch you more closely if needed.
MinskAges 30–80 - NCT05801432Recruiting
Study of heart artery plaque in people with type 2 diabetes
This trial looks at coronary (heart) artery plaque using CT scans (CCTA) in people with type 2 diabetes who do not have symptoms. It may help doctors understand who is at risk of heart problems and how plaque changes over time.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT05821894Recruiting
Imaging study of plaque in neck arteries before surgery
This study uses pictures (imaging) to learn more about plaque in the neck arteries in people who are being considered for carotid endarterectomy. The results may help doctors better understand artery plaque and improve care.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05867381Recruiting
Air purifier use to slow heart artery plaque in older adults
This trial tests whether using indoor air filtration at home can slow the progression of heart artery plaque-related problems in people with a past history of ischemic heart disease. It may help by improving indoor air quality, which the study links to inflammation in the body.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65–84 - NCT05880641Recruiting
Shockwave balloon treatment for very hard, blocked iliac arteries
This trial tests a device called Shockwave M5+/L6 intravascular lithotripsy to help deliver stent grafts when the iliac (pelvic) arteries are extremely calcified and hard to access. It may help people who are being evaluated for endovascular (through-the-blood-vessel) treatment but whose anatomy makes standard access difficult.
Ancona, AnconaAges 18 years+ - NCT05897645Recruiting
MRI study of artery plaque after recent stroke
This trial uses special brain MRI to look closely at plaque in certain brain arteries after an ischemic stroke (when a blood vessel is blocked). It may help researchers better understand which plaques are most dangerous soon after stroke.
ShenyangAges 40 years+ - NCT05906810Recruiting
Treating gum inflammation around implants to improve blood vessel function
This study looks at whether non-surgical gum treatment around dental implants can improve early problems in blood vessel function. It includes people with implant gum disease, and also compares them with healthy people who do not have gum disease.
CataniaAges Any age - NCT05932472RecruitingPhase 4
Compare taking aspirin in the morning vs bedtime
This trial studies whether taking your daily aspirin in the morning or at bedtime changes heart and circulation outcomes. It is meant to see if timing matters for people who already take aspirin every day.
HellerupAges 18 years+ - NCT05933720Recruiting
Study drug peptides for blocked leg artery disease
This study tests how well a drug called Slavinorm® (regulatory polypeptides) works and is safe for adults with blocked arteries in the legs due to atherosclerosis. You might be considered if you have confirmed leg artery blockage and can safely do a treadmill walking test.
RyazanAges 18–80 - NCT06010641Recruiting
Head-down position for stroke from large artery blockage
This trial tests if lying with the head lower than the body (head-down position) can help people who are having a stroke caused by a blockage in a large artery in the front part of the brain. The goal is to see if this simple position improves blood flow and reduces disability.
ShenyangAges 18 years+ - NCT06091319Recruiting
Florbetaben imaging for vascular amyloid after heart or brain event
This trial tests whether florbetaben, a special dye, can show amyloid buildup in blood vessels after a recent heart attack, chest pain episode, or stroke. It aims to help doctors better understand and prevent future events.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06126367Recruiting
Study on lipoprotein(a) and clot breakdown in heart disease
This trial looks at how a type of fat in the blood called lipoprotein(a) and your body's ability to break down clots affect heart disease or heart valve disease. It is for people who are already taking certain cholesterol-lowering medicines or have severe aortic valve narrowing from calcium buildup.
StevenageAges 18 years+ - NCT06170944Recruiting
Stroke recovery: Testing blood flow boost therapy
This study tests a simple, non-invasive treatment called remote ischemic preconditioning. It uses a blood pressure cuff on your arm to temporarily restrict blood flow, which may help improve blood flow to the brain after a stroke. The goal is to see if this can strengthen the brain's backup blood vessels and aid recovery.
ShenyangAges 40 years+
Hear when a new Atherosclerosis trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for atherosclerosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 166 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.