Study of artery plaque tissue during surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at artery plaque tissue removed during a routine operation (endarterectomy) to better understand diseased vessel changes. You may be able to join if plaque tissue is part of your planned surgery and you can consent.
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Who can take part
- You are having surgery where plaque in the carotid, femoral, or abdominal aorta is removed (peripheral endarterectomy).
- Your surgeon plans to remove the plaque tissue as part of usual care.
- You can understand the study and provide informed consent.
- You are not too ill or unconscious to participate.
- You are able to communicate sufficiently to take part in the process.
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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