Clinical trials · San Diego, CA
Cardiovascular Diseases clinical trials in San Diego
We’re tracking 19 recruiting cardiovascular diseases studies with a site in or near San Diego — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Diego
- NCT01524276Recruiting
Registry to track outcomes of Medtronic medical devices
This is a follow-up registry that collects information from people who have (or will receive) an eligible Medtronic device. It helps the company and doctors better understand how the device works in real-world use.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT03142152Recruiting
Mitral valve implant for heart failure with leaky mitral valve
This trial tests whether a device called the Carillon Mitral Contour System can help people with heart failure caused by a mild-to-moderate leaky mitral valve. You’d be compared against a control group, and the goal is to improve heart failure symptoms and outcomes.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04262206RecruitingPhase 4
Testing how statins affect outcomes in adults 75 and older
This trial studies whether cholesterol-lowering medicine (a statin, specifically atorvastatin) improves health and benefits in people age 75 and older in everyday life. It may help doctors understand which older adults benefit most and how to use these medicines safely.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 75 years+ - NCT07136012RecruitingPhase 3
Olpasiran trial to lower Lp(a) and prevent first heart attack or stroke
This trial tests if olpasiran can lower a type of cholesterol called Lp(a) to help prevent a first major heart attack, stroke, or other heart problems. It is for people at higher risk due to risk factors or early signs of artery disease, but who have not yet had a heart attack or stroke.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 50–105 - NCT07000357RecruitingPhase 3
Study of AZD0780 to reduce heart attack and stroke risk
This trial tests a new medication, AZD0780, to see if it helps prevent major cardiovascular events like heart attacks or strokes in people who already have heart or blood vessel disease, or are at high risk for a first event. It might be a good fit if your cholesterol isn't well-controlled despite current treatments.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05473871Recruiting
Help churches deliver low-exercise physical activity programs
This trial tests a program to help churches support people who currently get little exercise to become more active. You may be invited to join activities through your church over the next 18 months.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07037433RecruitingPhase 3
Heart protection study for people with heart disease and overweight
This study tests a new weekly injection (maridebart cafraglutide) to see if it helps lower the risk of heart problems in people with heart disease and overweight. It is for adults who have had a heart attack, stroke, or artery blockages and also have a BMI of 27 or higher.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 45–99 - NCT06742723RecruitingPhase 3
Study of baxdrostat and dapagliflozin for kidney disease and high blood pressure
This trial tests if combining baxdrostat with dapagliflozin helps protect kidney function and reduce heart risks in people with chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure. It's for adults who are already taking standard blood pressure medications.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07303777RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ABP-745 for people with atherosclerosis
This trial tests a new medication called ABP-745 to see if it helps people with atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). It is for people who are already taking a cholesterol-lowering medicine and who have had a special heart artery X-ray (coronary angiography).
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07517263RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term Safety Study of Pelacarsen Treatment
This study follows patients who completed an earlier pelacarsen trial to check if the treatment remains safe and well-tolerated over time. Pelacarsen is an experimental medicine being tested for heart and cholesterol health.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT07181109RecruitingPhase 3
Study of zilebesiran for high-risk hypertension patients
This trial tests a new medicine called zilebesiran for people with high blood pressure that isn't well controlled. It may be an option if you have heart or blood vessel disease, or are at high risk for it.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07064473RecruitingPhase 3
Testing vicadrostat plus empagliflozin for diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease
This study tests a new pill called vicadrostat taken with another medicine (empagliflozin) to see if it helps people with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. It may reduce the risk of heart problems, but you must not have had heart failure or use certain other heart medications.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07157774RecruitingPhase 3
Muvalaplin for heart disease in people with high lipoprotein(a)
This study tests a new medicine called muvalaplin that lowers a specific type of cholesterol linked to heart disease. It aims to see if muvalaplin can reduce the risk of future heart attacks, strokes, or related procedures in people with high levels of this cholesterol.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06576544Enrolling by invitation
Wearables to Track Postpartum Blood Pressure
This study uses wearable devices to track your blood pressure after childbirth. The goal is to learn when blood pressure problems occur and help create better monitoring guidelines so you and future parents can get the right care at the right time.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–50 - 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 - NCT03683186Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term study of ralinepag for pulmonary hypertension
This study follows people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) to see how safe and effective ralinepag is over the long term. It may help your care team understand what to expect from continued treatment and monitoring.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05237505RecruitingPhase 2
Sleep apnea plus COPD study to check heart and breathing effects
This Phase 2 study looks at the cardiovascular (heart/blood vessel) effects of having both sleep apnea and COPD. It may help doctors better understand who is at risk and how to manage these breathing problems together.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 40–79 - NCT01517425Enrolling by invitation
Using blood stem cells to study heart disease traits
This study uses your blood to create special lab cells (induced pluripotent stem cells) to better understand heart-related differences between people with coronary artery disease and generally healthy older adults. It may help researchers learn what biological traits are linked to heart risk and how those traits work.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07241390RecruitingPhase 3
Study of orforglipron for heart and kidney health.
This trial tests if orforglipron can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or kidney failure in people with heart disease or chronic kidney disease.
TijuanaAges 50 years+
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Where these studies are running near San Diego
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cardiovascular diseases studies listed above.
- Scripps Health · 3 studies
- Acclaim Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Encompass Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
- University of California San Diego Health · 2 studies
- Alliance Clinical
- Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute
- Blue Coast Cardiology
What taking part in a cardiovascular diseases study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting cardiovascular diseases studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there cardiovascular diseases clinical trials near San Diego?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 19 recruiting cardiovascular diseases studies with a site near San Diego, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a cardiovascular diseases study near San Diego?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in San Diego to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Diego, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a cardiovascular diseases trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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