Status:
COMPLETED
Inflammatory Profiles of Children at High Risk for Atherosclerosis
Lead Sponsor:
Boston Children's Hospital
Collaborating Sponsors:
Sandra A. Daugherty Foundation
Conditions:
Cardiovascular Disease
Metabolic Syndrome X
Eligibility:
All Genders
8-21 years
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate levels of inflammatory mediators in children at risk for cardiovascular disease due to family history. We are measuring inflammatory markers in two groups of c...
Detailed Description
Family history is a well known risk factor for early atherosclerosis. Whether inflammation plays a role in the increased risk of family history is not known. In this prospective single-center study, w...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Age 8-21 years
- Parent able to participate
- Fasting state
- Live locally
Exclusion
- Taking medication that may alter cholesterol levels or inflammatory state
- Past or present inflammatory illnesses
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
July 1 2004
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
March 1 2007
Estimated Enrollment :
300 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00115232
Start Date
July 1 2004
End Date
March 1 2007
Last Update
January 16 2008
Active Locations (1)
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Children's Hospital Boston
Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02115