Chinese medicine for carotid plaque with blood stasis
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a traditional Chinese medicine treatment for people with carotid atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the neck arteries) and high cholesterol, specifically targeting a pattern called Qi stagnation and blood stasis. It aims to see if the treatment can help reduce the plaque and improve symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with carotid atherosclerosis (plaque in the neck arteries) and high cholesterol.
- You fit the traditional Chinese medicine pattern of qi stagnation and blood stasis, which may include chest tightness, irritability, or pain.
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You are able to communicate normally and agree to participate voluntarily.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding and have no severe heart, liver, kidney, or blood disorders.
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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