Erectile function as a heart health signal in men with high blood pressure
Part of Heart & circulation, Kidney & urinary, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether erectile dysfunction (trouble getting or keeping an erection) can help doctors see early signs of heart damage in men with high blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure and take medication for it, this study may help improve heart care for people like you.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult man (18 or older).
- You have been diagnosed with high blood pressure and are taking medication for it.
- You are not currently experiencing any heart problems, like chest pain or a history of heart attack.
- You have not been diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat, like atrial fibrillation.
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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