Carotid artery screening for smokers with high blood pressure
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses an ultrasound to check for plaque (fatty buildup) in the neck arteries—a key risk for stroke—in people who smoke and have high blood pressure. Participants get early detection and personalized advice on preventing heart attacks and strokes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 69 years old.
- You have high blood pressure (hypertension).
- You are a smoker.
- You have never had a stroke, heart attack, or peripheral artery disease.
- You are registered at a health center in Maia or Valongo (Portugal).
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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