Blood vessel inflammation in heart disease without major blockages
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at inflammation in blood vessels of people who have chest pain or signs of heart problems but whose coronary arteries (the main blood vessels supplying the heart) don't have significant blockages. Researchers will study blood samples and heart imaging to better understand why some people have symptoms even without major artery blockages.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your doctor has already recommended a heart catheterization (a tube placed in your heart artery to take pictures)
- You have chest pain or other symptoms that suggest your heart may not be getting enough blood, but your main heart arteries are not severely blocked
- You do not have severe anemia (low red blood cell count below 9)
- You do not have serious heart valve problems or heart failure that limits daily activities
- You are not pregnant
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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