Better ways to diagnose chest pain with clear arteries
Part of Heart & circulation, Pain clinical trials.
The study is looking at women who have ANOCA, a type of chest pain that happens when the tiny blood vessels in the heart don't work properly, even though the main arteries are clear. The goal is to learn more about these symptoms so doctors can improve diagnosis and care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Are a woman or female
- Have been diagnosed with ANOCA (angina with no blockages in the main heart arteries)
- Had a heart blood flow test (like myocardial perfusion or coronary flow reserve) within the last year
- Still have some chest pain or discomfort (your symptom score is not perfect)
- Are 18 years old or older
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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