Clinical trials
Atherosclerosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting atherosclerosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 160 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06325800Recruiting
Heart and blood vessel health registry
This study collects information from people at risk for heart disease, stroke, or kidney problems to better understand how to prevent these conditions. If you join, you'll be helping doctors learn more about how to keep blood vessels healthy.
Santiago de Compostela, A CoruñaAges 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+ - 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+ - NCT06083155Enrolling by invitation
Dutch registry of coronary function tests
This study collects information from people who are already scheduled for a coronary function test, to learn more about heart vessel health. By joining, you help researchers understand patterns and improve care for others.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges Any age - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - NCT05677386Enrolling by invitation
CT heart scan trial to prevent first heart problems
This trial uses a special CT scan of the heart’s arteries to better predict who is at risk of future heart problems. It may help your care team decide how best to lower risk early.
CopenhagenAges 40 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+ - 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+ - NCT02915198RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin for prediabetes to reduce heart and blood-vessel events
This trial tests whether taking metformin in people with prediabetes can lower the chance of future heart attack, stroke, or other blood-vessel problems. You may be a good fit if you have prediabetes plus existing cardiovascular disease or significant blood-vessel disease.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05440422RecruitingPhase 2
Anifrolumab for heart health in lupus patients
This study tests whether anifrolumab, a drug that targets the immune system, can improve markers of blood vessel health in people with lupus. It may help reduce the risk of heart problems associated with lupus.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT05339048Enrolling by invitation
Study of adults from Colombia’s Caribbean coast
This study follows adults who were born or are from Colombia’s Caribbean coast. The goal is to learn about health patterns in this community, but you would not be able to join if you meet certain medical or disability-related criteria.
Cartagena, Departamento de BolívarAges 18–80 - 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+ - NCT05300997Recruiting
Test blood and antibody markers for suspected acute stroke
This study looks at blood tests to find signs of immune activity after a suspected stroke. It may help doctors diagnose stroke faster and better understand what is happening in the body soon after symptoms start.
Hong KongAges 18–100 - NCT05124249Recruiting
Imaging tests to evaluate clogged heart arteries
This study looks at how well special heart imaging and pressure-based tests can evaluate coronary artery disease (clogged heart arteries). If you had testing for suspected heart artery disease, the study may help doctors compare how these measurements work.
GwangjuAges 18 years+ - NCT03427996Recruiting
Study of rotational stent treatment in everyday care
This trial looks at how safe and effective rotational atherectomy (a procedure used to treat blocked heart arteries) is when used in routine clinical practice. It mainly gathers follow-up information from adults who already had this procedure.
Bucheon-siAges 19 years+ - NCT04948749Recruiting
Stenting plus medication to prevent stroke from narrowed brain arteries
This trial tests whether placing a stent in a severely narrowed brain artery, along with aggressive medication, can prevent another stroke better than medication alone. It is for people who had a mild stroke within the last 30 days due to a 70-99% blockage in a major brain artery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for atherosclerosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 160 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.