Clinical trials
Atherosclerotic Plaque clinical trials
Below are recruiting atherosclerotic plaque clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 26 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07050134Enrolling by invitation
Study of DR10624 for high triglycerides and carotid artery plaque
This trial tests a new drug, DR10624, to see if it can lower high triglycerides and reduce plaque in the carotid artery (the main artery in your neck). It may help people with both conditions who are also overweight.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–65 - NCT06194526Enrolling by invitation
Blood test to measure heart artery plaque
This study is testing whether a new blood test can detect the amount of plaque buildup in your heart arteries compared to what a CT scan shows. It may help people with known or suspected coronary artery disease get a simpler, faster way to check their heart health.
Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aire, Buenos Aires F.D.Ages 18–75 - NCT06424860RecruitingPhase 1
Fish Oil, Metformin and Heart Health in PCOS
This trial tests whether fish oil and metformin can improve heart health in people with PCOS who are overweight or have high blood sugar or fats. It combines two common approaches to see if they work better together.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 25–45 - NCT06025305Enrolling by invitation
Using AI to find dangerous heart plaque on CT scans
This study uses artificial intelligence to look at CT scans of the heart to find which fatty deposits (plaque) in the arteries might be dangerous. It may help doctors better predict heart attacks.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 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+ - 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+ - NCT07680595RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Statins and folic acid for unstable carotid plaque
This trial tests if adding folic acid to a statin can help stabilize plaques in the carotid artery (neck artery) to prevent stroke. You may qualify if you have carotid plaque and are not already on certain supplements.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06767345RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two cholesterol medicines for plaque stabilization
This study compares two ways to lower cholesterol and stabilize artery plaque in people with coronary artery disease who are having a stent procedure. It tests whether a moderate statin plus ezetimibe works as well as a high-intensity statin alone for stabilizing plaque.
Seoul, SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT06754956Recruiting
MRI Study of Artery Plaques Using Different MRI Scanners
This study investigates the build-up of fatty deposits called plaques in arteries of the brain and neck using two different strengths of MRI scanners. It aims to understand how well these MRI techniques can image the plaques, which could help doctors better diagnose and manage stroke risk.
ShanghaiAges 18–95 - 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 - NCT06603363Recruiting
Statin effects on heart artery plaques seen on CT scans
This trial studies how short-term statin therapy changes plaque buildup in heart arteries. It uses CT scans to see if statins can make plaques more stable and reduce heart risks.
Budapest, BudapestAges 45–75 - NCT06896708Recruiting
Intensive cholesterol treatment for heart plaque in younger adults
This trial tests whether higher doses of cholesterol-lowering medication (statins) can slow down plaque buildup in the heart arteries of younger and middle-aged adults with stable chest pain. It may help prevent heart attacks and the need for procedures like stents.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT03753555RecruitingPhase 4
High-intensity statin treatment for certain stroke artery plaque cases
This trial tests whether a higher-dose statin can help after an ischemic stroke in people who have specific plaque patterns in brain blood vessels. It may help lower the risk of another stroke by targeting the artery plaque process.
ShenyangAges 18–80 - NCT05117424Recruiting
Study of metabolism and plaque changes in heart disease
This trial looks at how treating or managing conditions like diabetes, prediabetes, obesity, kidney disease, or high cholesterol affects artery plaque over time. It may help researchers find ways to slow plaque buildup and related heart risks.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT05156736Recruiting
Study of early heart artery disease in South Asians
This study looks at early buildup of plaque in heart arteries in young adults from Pakistan. It may help doctors understand why this happens earlier and guide better prevention and screening.
Karachi, SindhAges 35–65 - NCT05438121Recruiting
Tests a drug-coated balloon to stabilize clogged heart arteries
This trial studies whether a drug-coated balloon can better treat new, narrowed spots in multiple coronary arteries and “stabilize” the plaque. It may help improve blood flow after a procedure called balloon angioplasty for selected patients.
Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 18–85 - 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+ - NCT06214429Recruiting
Shear wave test for carotid plaque stiffness
This trial uses a special ultrasound technique called shear wave elastography to measure how stiff fatty deposits (plaques) are in your neck arteries. It aims to see whether plaque stiffness can help doctors better understand your stroke risk.
Botucatu, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT06275399Recruiting
Study of plaque and platelets in narrowed heart arteries
This study looks at how plaque buildup and blood platelets interact in partially blocked heart arteries. It might help find better ways to treat people with chronic coronary syndrome.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT06313645Recruiting
Blood vessel aging and heart attack risk study
This study looks at how blood vessel aging relates to the type of fatty buildup in your arteries that can cause heart attacks. If you've had a recent heart attack, chest pain (angina), or minor artery disease and do not have advanced heart failure, kidney failure, active cancer, or prior bypass surgery, you may be able to join.
Milan, LombardyAges 18–75 - NCT06365502Recruiting
Preventing future heart attacks with drug-coated balloon
This trial tests whether a balloon coated with medicine (drug-coated balloon) can prevent future heart attacks by treating high-risk plaques in arteries that are not the one that caused your current heart attack. You may qualify if you already had a stent placed and have another mildly blocked artery with certain vulnerable features.
Beijin, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06520904RecruitingPhase 4
PCSK9 inhibitor for coronary plaque in heart disease
This study tests whether a medication called a PCSK9 inhibitor (a type of drug that lowers bad cholesterol) can improve the buildup of plaque in heart arteries. It may be an option for people with coronary artery disease who have not been helped enough by statins alone.
Ürümqi, XinjiangAges 18–65 - NCT06710080RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a medicine to reduce inflammation in pneumonia patients
This trial tests if a medicine called icosapent ethyl can reduce inflammation in blood vessels for adults hospitalized with pneumonia. It aims to see if this treatment can help prevent complications.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for atherosclerotic plaque?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 26 recruiting atherosclerotic plaque 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 atherosclerotic plaque 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 atherosclerotic plaque 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.