Clinical trials
Carotid Atherosclerosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting carotid atherosclerosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 25 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05838547Recruiting
PET-MR scan study for narrowing in the carotid artery
This study tests how well a special PET-MR scan can help evaluate carotid artery plaque in people who have significant narrowing but no symptoms. It may help researchers better understand disease activity to guide treatment decisions like medication alone or medication plus surgery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06511089RecruitingPhase 3
Carotid artery stenting during stroke clot removal
This trial tests whether placing a stent in a narrowed carotid artery during a procedure to remove a stroke clot improves outcomes. If you have a stroke with a blocked large artery and significant carotid narrowing, this study may be relevant to you.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT07296965Recruiting
Oral bacteria in carotid artery plaque study
This study looks at the bacteria living in your mouth and whether they are linked to plaque buildup in the carotid artery (the main artery in your neck). If you are already scheduled for surgery to remove that plaque, the researchers will take samples from your mouth and the plaque to compare them.
BudapestAges 18 years+ - NCT07298655Recruiting
3D ultrasound to see new blood vessels in carotid plaque
This trial uses a special 3D ultrasound with contrast dye to look at fatty buildup (plaque) in the neck arteries. It aims to find new, fragile blood vessels in the plaque that might increase stroke risk.
HarrowAges 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 - 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 - NCT06528717Recruiting
Keeping blood flow to the face during carotid artery surgery
This study tests whether a special technique to keep blood flowing through a small branch of the carotid artery during surgery helps people recover better after having the main blockage removed. It may be a good option if you have a significant narrowing in your carotid artery and are planning to have surgery to fix it.
BelgradeAges 50–90 - NCT06253962Recruiting
Can carotid artery scans predict heart disease?
This study looks at whether ultrasound scans of the carotid artery (the main artery in your neck) can help predict blockages in the heart arteries. If you are getting both a carotid ultrasound and a heart angiogram, you may be able to join.
ShanghaiAges 14–90 - NCT04537403RecruitingPhase 1
PET scan study of artery inflammation marker in plaque
This Phase 1 study tests whether a special PET scan can detect a specific inflammation signal (CCR2) in atherosclerosis—fatty plaque buildup in blood vessels. It may help future doctors better see which plaques are more inflamed and potentially more dangerous.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–89 - NCT04847752Recruiting
Predicting outcomes after stroke from artery plaque
This study looks at factors that can help predict recovery and risk after an ischemic stroke caused by plaque buildup in a major artery. It may help doctors better forecast prognosis and tailor follow-up care for people like you.
WuhanAges Up to 80 years - NCT07104487RecruitingPhase 2
PET/MRI scan to detect inflammation in carotid artery disease
This study tests whether a special type of PET/MRI scan can help doctors see inflammation in the carotid artery after a stroke or mini-stroke. By using a radioactive tracer, the scan may identify which patients have dangerous plaque buildup that could lead to another stroke.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT07611747RecruitingPhase 4
Ultrasound Screening to Prevent Heart Disease in Rheumatic Patients
This study tests whether using ultrasound to look at arteries in the neck can help prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with inflammatory joint diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Researchers will use the results to guide treatment decisions.
Alicante, AlicanteAges 50 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+ - NCT06541691Recruiting
Aspirin for heart disease patients in polluted air
This study tests if different types of aspirin (coated or chewable) and a special schedule can help people with heart or blood vessel disease when they are exposed to air pollution. If you live in Tehran and have stable heart disease, you may be able to join.
Tehran, Tehran ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT02748941Recruiting
Imaging study of narrowed neck arteries after stroke
This study looks at new imaging markers in people with significant narrowing of the carotid artery (the main artery in the neck). It compares people who recently had a stroke from that artery with people who have no recent stroke, to better understand stroke risk and artery disease.
BronAges 18 years+ - NCT05365438RecruitingPhase 4
Atorvastatin plus omega-3 for artery plaque in type 2 diabetes
This trial studies whether a combination of atorvastatin and omega-3 can reduce signs of artery plaque in people with type 2 diabetes and “mixed” cholesterol problems. It’s focused on people who don’t have symptoms from plaque yet.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 20–80 - NCT05365425RecruitingPhase 4
Choline fenofibrate to reduce plaque in type 2 diabetes
This trial studies whether choline fenofibrate can improve blood vessel plaque (carotid artery plaque) in people with type 2 diabetes and mixed cholesterol problems. It aims to see if the medicine can make carotid plaque thinner or otherwise healthier while keeping safety in mind.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 20 years+ - 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 - NCT04073797Recruiting
PET scan study of inflammation and cholesterol-lowering treatment
This study uses PET/CT and related scans to measure inflammation in artery plaque and how cholesterol-lowering treatment changes it. It may help researchers understand which treatments reduce artery inflammation for people with heart or blood-vessel disease and high LDL (“bad”) cholesterol.
CambridgeAges 18–99 - NCT03395509Enrolling by invitation
Free screening program for diabetes and heart risks
This study looks at how well and how cost-effective a combined health screening is for diabetes and cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) risks. You may be invited to attend screening around your 67th birthday.
ViborgAges 67–67 - NCT03308773Enrolling by invitation
Prevention program for people at risk of type 2 diabetes
This trial looks at a personalized prevention approach for people who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. It may help by targeting your specific health factors before diabetes starts.
Ages 18–100 - NCT04569006Recruiting
MRI comparison for thick carotid artery plaque
This study uses MRI scans to compare different MRI methods in people who have a thick plaque in the carotid artery (the main artery in the neck). It may help improve how doctors “see” plaque, which could support better risk assessment.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07556887Recruiting
Using IMPROVE to Choose Carotid Artery Treatment After Stroke
This study tests whether a new tool called IMPROVE helps doctors decide if you need surgery or a stent to clear a narrowed carotid artery (a major neck blood vessel) after a recent stroke or mini-stroke. The goal is to better predict which patients will benefit most from this treatment.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for carotid atherosclerosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 25 recruiting carotid 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 carotid 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 carotid 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.