Status:
COMPLETED
Understanding the Genetic and Hereditary Basis of Atherosclerosis
Lead Sponsor:
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Collaborating Sponsors:
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Conditions:
Atherosclerosis
Cardiovascular Diseases
Eligibility:
All Genders
15-34 years
Brief Summary
Atherosclerosis is a condition that occurs when fatty deposits build up along the inner walls of arteries. New strategies are needed to prevent and treat atherosclerosis. The purpose of this study is ...
Detailed Description
Atherosclerosis is a condition in which deposits of fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up along the inner walls of arteries; these deposits are known as plaque. As plaque builds up, it incre...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Inclusion Criteria:
- Participant in PDAY or MESA
Exclusion
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 1 2006
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 1 2012
Estimated Enrollment :
2763 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00344292
Start Date
March 1 2006
End Date
February 1 2012
Last Update
November 8 2017
Active Locations (4)
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1
Cedars-Sinai Health System
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90048
2
Louisiana State University
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70112
3
The University of Texas
Houston, Texas, United States, 77225
4
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington, United States, 98105