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
- NCT07026331Recruiting
Balloon angioplasty vs stenting after stroke treatment
This study compares two ways to keep a brain artery open after a stroke when it remains narrowed after initial treatment. It aims to reduce the risk of another stroke by improving blood flow.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06977295Recruiting
Testing a new software for finding coronary artery disease
This study is testing a new computer program that helps doctors see if you have coronary artery disease (blockages in the heart's blood vessels). It looks back at past CT scans of the heart to see if the software works well compared to other tests.
VilleurbanneAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT06960902Recruiting
Study of Heart Artery Plaque in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
This study uses a heart CT scan to look for plaque buildup in the arteries of people with familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic high-cholesterol condition). It aims to understand why some people with FH develop heart disease while others don't.
DijonAges 40 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 - NCT06939374Recruiting
Freezing heart arteries to stabilize high-risk plaques
This study tests a special cooling balloon to freeze and stabilize dangerous plaques in heart arteries that are not the main cause of your current symptoms. It aims to prevent future heart attacks.
AalstAges 18 years+ - NCT06881420Recruiting
New stroke treatment study for blocked arteries
This study tests a special technique called BASIS to treat strokes caused by a buildup of plaque in the brain's large arteries. It may help people who have had a stroke from this condition and are treated within 72 hours.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT04511234Recruiting
Sirolimus-coated balloon vs standard balloon for leg artery narrowing
This trial compares two balloon treatments used during a procedure to open blocked or narrowed arteries in the thigh and behind the knee. It tests whether the sirolimus-coated balloon works better at keeping the artery open than a standard balloon.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT04511247Recruiting
Drug-coated balloon for artery disease below the knee
This trial tests a drug-coated balloon to open narrowed or blocked arteries in the lower leg (below the knee) and help them stay open. It’s meant for people with significant symptoms, to reduce re-narrowing after treatment.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT06831409Recruiting
Heart scan study for retired NFL players
This trial uses heart CT scans to measure plaque and blood flow in retired NFL players, helping understand heart risks.
Greenwood Village, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT06788431RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of IMC-001 to stabilize heart artery plaque
This trial tests an investigational drug, IMC-001, to see if it can make artery plaques in the heart more stable and less likely to cause a heart attack. You may be eligible if you've recently had a heart attack or unstable angina and have a specific type of soft plaque in your arteries.
Nanyang, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT06775782Recruiting
Remote conditioning for moderate stroke from large artery blockage
This trial tests whether a non-invasive arm cuff treatment (remote ischemic conditioning) can help people recover from a moderate stroke caused by a blockage in a major artery. You must start the treatment within 48 hours of your first symptoms.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–85 - NCT06763458Recruiting
Balloon angioplasty for minor unstable stroke with brain artery narrowing
This trial tests if balloon angioplasty (opening a narrowed artery with a tiny balloon) can help people who have had a minor stroke and are still having symptoms despite taking blood thinners.
ShenyangAges 18 years+ - NCT06757764RecruitingPhase 4
Stroke from artery narrowing: testing combination of anti-platelet drugs
This trial tests whether a combination of two or three anti-platelet medicines (like aspirin, clopidogrel, or cilostazol) is safe and works better than one alone for people who had a stroke from a narrowed artery. The goal is to prevent another stroke.
Seoul, Songpa-guAges 20 years+ - NCT06714526Recruiting
Gene test to pick best anti-clot drug for narrowed brain arteries
This trial compares using a genetic test to choose between two anti-clot medications (clopidogrel and ticagrelor) versus the usual approach of giving clopidogrel alone. It aims to see if personalized treatment can better prevent strokes in people with narrowed brain arteries.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 40 years+ - NCT06676046Recruiting
Study of rare cholesterol and fat disorders
This study looks at people with rare or unusual cholesterol, fat, or heart-related conditions. It helps researchers learn more about these disorders and improve testing. You do not need to have a known diagnosis to join initially.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 10–90 - NCT04864171Recruiting
Registry to study heart vessel imaging with a special light test
This registry collects images of coronary artery blockages during a routine heart procedure. It uses a special light-based imaging scan to help researchers understand how well the test shows artery lesions.
MiyazakiAges 20–95 - NCT06579807Recruiting
Cardiac rehab for coronary artery disease
This study tests if a cardiac rehabilitation program helps people with coronary artery disease. You can join if you are between 40 and 70, have heart disease (or are a healthy volunteer), and do not have other health issues like heart failure or smoking.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 40–70 - NCT06535568Recruiting
Comparing one vs two blood thinners after heart artery balloon treatment
This trial tests whether taking just one blood thinner (clopidogrel) is as safe and effective as taking two (clopidogrel plus aspirin) for older adults or people at high bleeding risk who have had a drug-coated balloon procedure to open blocked heart arteries.
Milan, MIAges Any age - NCT04046237Recruiting
Treating gum disease to study heart artery inflammation after a heart attack
This study tests whether treating severe gum disease in people who recently had a heart attack can reduce inflammation in the artery plaque. It may help researchers understand if gum treatment could benefit heart health after a heart attack.
ParisAges 30–70 - NCT06488105RecruitingPhase 2
ER Heart Risk Check for Cholesterol Study
This trial tests a new way to check heart risk and start treatment for cholesterol in people coming to the emergency room with chest pain or possible heart attack. It aims to see if early risk assessment and treatment can prevent future heart problems.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–75 - NCT06399835RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two diabetes drugs for blood sugar and heart health
This study tests a new diabetes medicine called Enavogliflozin against an older drug, Pioglitazone, to see which works better for lowering blood sugar and improving heart health. If you have type 2 diabetes, take metformin plus another pill, and your A1C is between 7 and 10.5, this study may be an option for you.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 20–80 - NCT06402747RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing clopidogrel vs cilostazol for diabetes-related artery thickening
This trial compares two blood-thinning drugs (clopidogrel and cilostazol) to see which one better prevents artery problems in people with diabetes and thickened carotid arteries. It may help you if you have diabetes and are already on stable medications.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT06373497RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Heart artery health after chest radiation using PET scan
This study looks at how radiation therapy to the chest affects the arteries in your heart. It uses a special PET scan (with a safe radioactive tracer) to check for early signs of inflammation or plaque buildup, which can help doctors find ways to protect your heart during cancer treatment.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 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.
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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.