How blood vessel stiffness changes with age
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses a special T-shirt to measure how stiff your blood vessels are as you age. It aims to understand normal changes in blood vessel health over time.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You have no heart or blood vessel disease (past or present)
- You have not had a heart attack, stroke, or similar event in the last 2 years
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in a protected group
- You are covered by a social security plan
- You can wear a special T-shirt that measures blood flow
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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