Preventing first stroke in people with high-risk blood pressure
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a study medicine regimen can help prevent a first stroke in people with hard-to-control “high homocysteine” risk factors linked to a specific gene type. You may qualify if you have certain blood pressure levels, a specific MTHFR gene result, and related blood test findings.
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Who can take part
- You’re between 45 and under 75 years old
- You have primary (not secondary) high blood pressure—either on meds recently or high readings at two doctor visits
- Your genetic test shows MTHFR 677 is CC or CT
- Your blood tests show high homocysteine (at least 10) and low folate (below 12)
- You’re able and willing to sign consent and follow the study plan
- You have not had a stroke or major heart/blocked-artery event during the study’s early “run-in” period
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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