Essential hypertension

This study tests a single dose of an experimental drug called ALN-AGT01 in adults with mild to moderate high blood pressure who have already been treated with another drug, zilebesiran. The goal is to see if it safely helps control blood pressure by measuring changes in blood pre…

This study is tracking 1,000 patients with high blood pressure who receive the Paradise Ultrasound Renal Denervation treatment. The procedure uses ultrasound energy to calm overactive nerves near the kidneys, which can help lower blood pressure. Researchers are monitoring blood p…

This Phase 2 trial tests a new drug called HDY015, which combines two medicines (QCZ484 and inclisiran) into a single injection. The goal is to see if it can safely lower both blood pressure and cholesterol in people who have both conditions. About 120 adults aged 18-75 with hype…

This trial tests whether a device called remote ischemic conditioning can safely help lower blood pressure in people with essential hypertension. The treatment involves inflating a blood pressure cuff on the upper arm to briefly stop blood flow, then releasing it, in repeated cyc…

This study tests a program to help new mothers with chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or depression transition smoothly from obstetric to primary care after giving birth. The program includes automatically scheduling a primary care visit, sending personalized…

This study tests a special pacemaker setting designed to lower blood pressure in people with hypertension. About 500 adults who already have or need a pacemaker will take part. The goal is to see if this new setting safely reduces average blood pressure over 24 hours, compared to…

This study tests whether a mobile health program that helps children sleep longer can lower their blood pressure. Ten children recently diagnosed with essential hypertension who sleep 7.5 hours or less on school nights will use a sleep tracker and receive guidance to extend their…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called KK3910 in healthy people and those with high blood pressure. The main goal is to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. It is a small, placebo-controlled study, so it is too soon to know if the drug actually works…

This study tests whether doing wall squat exercises for 14 minutes, three times a week, can lower blood pressure and slow the buildup of plaque in arteries. Researchers will compare 100 people doing the squats with 100 people doing gentle stretching, all with high blood pressure.…

This pilot study tests whether a sleep health program designed for couples can improve sleep and blood pressure. Fifty couples will take part in an 8-week program that includes sleep education, coaching, and a Fitbit to track sleep. The goal is to see if working together as a tea…

This study tests a health coaching program called STAR-MAP to help older adults (age 40+) with high blood pressure take their medication regularly. About 402 participants with uncontrolled blood pressure and low medication adherence will be recruited through a Louisiana health in…

This study looks at whether giving older adults with high blood pressure practical advice and air cleaners can reduce their exposure to heat and air pollution. About 100 people aged 65 and older from Barcelona and Nicosia will take part. They will wear sensors to track temperatur…

This study tests whether Yufeng Ningxin, a traditional Chinese medicine, can safely lower blood pressure in adults with mild hypertension. About 350 people aged 18-65 with untreated or washed-out high blood pressure will receive either the herbal tablet or a placebo for 8 weeks. …

This study looks at whether adding a slow breathing technique (coherent breathing) to aerobic exercise improves heart and lung health and quality of life more than exercise alone. Forty adults with stage 1 high blood pressure will take part in a 4-week program. Researchers will m…

This study is testing a new educational tool called the Decreased Salt High Potassium (DSHP) Tool, designed to help adults with high blood pressure reduce their salt intake and eat more potassium-rich foods. About 190 participants from two clinics in Singapore will either receive…

This study tests whether a new combination drug works better than taking two separate medicines for people with both high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. About 228 adults will take either the combo pill or a single-ingredient pill for 12 weeks. Researchers will check changes …

This study tests whether beetroot powder, which is rich in nitrates, can help lower blood pressure in people with resistant hypertension (high blood pressure that doesn't respond well to standard medications). Researchers will monitor blood pressure changes in 50 participants ove…

This observational study will follow 12,000 Korean adults with stage 1 hypertension who are newly prescribed OLMETEC or OLMETEC Plus. The main goal is to see how well the medication controls blood pressure over 24 hours, especially at night. Participants will have their blood pre…

This study tests whether a non-invasive technique called remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) can help lower blood pressure in people with mild hypertension. RIPC involves briefly restricting blood flow to an arm using a cuff, which may trigger protective effects. Researchers w…

This study looks at whether eating wild blueberries can improve heart health, thinking skills, and gut bacteria in Black and White adults aged 45-65 with high blood pressure. Participants will eat blueberries daily and have their blood pressure, artery stiffness, and cognitive fu…

This study tests if dapagliflozin, a diabetes drug, can reduce heart and blood vessel risks in women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. About 200 participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for six months after delivery. The goal is to see if the drug imp…

This study tests whether combining transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) with isometric exercise can improve blood pressure in people with resistant hypertension. Resistant hypertension means blood pressure stays high despite taking three or more medications. The tri…

This study tests whether powerful weight loss drugs (like semaglutide or tirzepatide) can lower blood pressure enough for young adults (ages 18-40) with obesity and early-stage hypertension to stop taking daily blood pressure pills. Sixty participants will either receive the weig…

This study tests if using focused ultrasound to modify fat around the kidney can safely lower blood pressure in people with hypertension. About 30 adults with mild high blood pressure despite medication will be enrolled. The treatment is compared to a sham procedure to see if it …

This study tests whether a telemedicine system (HealthCap app) can keep blood pressure under control as well as regular face-to-face doctor visits in people with stable hypertension. About 364 participants will either use the app for remote monitoring and automatic medication ref…

This phase 3 trial tests whether a combination pill containing sacubitril and valsartan (CKD-202A) works better than valsartan alone for essential hypertension. About 324 adults with high blood pressure will take either the combo or the standard drug for 10 weeks. The main goal i…

This study tests a home blood pressure monitoring program paired with health education and coaching for rural adults with uncontrolled hypertension. About 334 participants will either get the coaching program or a standard health app. The goal is to see if the program lowers bloo…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called KN060 for people with essential hypertension (high blood pressure). Sixty adults aged 18 to 65 will receive either KN060 or a placebo by IV drip every two weeks for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see if KN060 safely lowers blood …

This Phase 3 trial tests whether taking dapagliflozin and telmisartan together works better than either drug alone for people with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. About 221 adults will receive either the combo or a single drug for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure chang…

This large observational study will follow 20,000 adults with essential hypertension who are prescribed one of two combination pills containing fimasartan. The main goal is to see how well these pills control blood pressure over 12 weeks, and a longer follow-up of up to 2 years w…

This early study tests whether a peptide called IRW, found in egg white hydrolysate, can help manage high blood sugar and blood pressure. About 28 participants at risk for or with type 2 diabetes will consume a smoothie with the peptide on four separate days, while a healthy cont…

This study is testing whether inhaling lavender oil three times a week for a month can reduce anxiety, improve sleep quality, and lower blood pressure in people with primary hypertension. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to either receive lavender oil inhalation plus …

This study is testing whether herbal medicine and vitamin IV therapy can reduce symptoms of anxiety, fibromyalgia, arthritis, chronic pain, and high blood pressure. Researchers plan to enroll 25 people and measure improvements in health and quality of life. The approach uses natu…

This study investigates whether microscopic particles shed from blood vessels, called endothelial extracellular vesicles, can serve as early warning signs of blood vessel damage in children with newly diagnosed, untreated high blood pressure. Researchers will compare these partic…

This study compares levels of tiny particles shed from blood vessels in people with newly diagnosed, untreated high blood pressure versus those with normal blood pressure. Researchers want to see if these particles can serve as early, non-invasive markers of blood-vessel injury. …

This study aims to find genes that cause high blood pressure starting in childhood. Researchers will follow 2,300 people aged 2 and older, including those with childhood-onset hypertension and their healthy relatives, for up to 10 years. Participants provide blood, urine, and che…

This study looks at whether stretching the veins in your legs causes a rise in blood pressure when you stand up, a condition called orthostatic hypertension. Researchers will use a tilt table and inflatable trousers to gently stretch leg veins in 30 healthy adults and people with…

This study uses a special eye scan (OCT angiography) to take detailed pictures of blood vessels in the back of the eye. Researchers will follow about 1,050 people with retinal diseases like diabetic retinopathy and healthy volunteers to see how these images can help detect early …

This study compares three new wearable blood pressure monitors (ABPMPro, Aktiia, and Spacelabs) to see how well they measure blood pressure and physical activity. One hundred adults with normal or high blood pressure will wear the devices for 48 hours. The goal is to find out if …

This pilot study tests whether a drug called aprepitant (currently used for nausea) can lower a hormone called aldosterone in people with severe sleep apnea and high blood pressure. The study will enroll 24 adults and measure aldosterone levels before and after taking the drug or…

This study looks at how bacteria in the mouth might help control blood pressure in children aged 10-18 with high blood pressure. Researchers will collect saliva and do simple mouth exams to compare these children with healthy peers. No drugs or treatments are given—the goal is to…

This study will track 1,200 adults in semi-rural Tanzania to find out how common chronic kidney disease (CKD) is and what factors increase the risk. Participants will have blood and urine tests at the start, after 90 days, and again after one year. The goal is to create better wa…

This study is creating a registry of over 10,000 people with high blood pressure. Researchers will collect data on their health, treatments, and outcomes to find patterns and improve care. The goal is to help doctors provide more personalized and effective treatment based on real…

This study is checking whether people newly diagnosed with high blood pressure who also have high homocysteine levels are more likely to have early signs of heart stiffness. Researchers will measure homocysteine in blood and use ultrasound to look at heart function in 500 adults.…

This study looks at whether three common blood pressure medications (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers) affect balance and fall risk in adults newly diagnosed with high blood pressure. About 186 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the three …

This early-stage study is testing a new drug called BCD101 in 56 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers will monitor for side effects and measure drug levels in the blood. This stu…

Primary aldosteronism is a common but often missed cause of high blood pressure. This study will analyze blood, urine, and adrenal tissue from 400 people to find biological markers that could lead to earlier diagnosis. Researchers hope to use advanced lab techniques and machine l…

This study is looking at children ages 7 to 18 who have been newly diagnosed with high blood pressure. Researchers want to understand how certain hormones in the body, like angiotensin-(1-7), may contribute to damage in the heart, kidneys, and blood vessels. Over two years, they …

This study looks at how different weights during resistance exercise affect blood pressure in women aged 50-70 with high blood pressure. Participants will do low-load or high-load exercises, or a non-exercise control task. Researchers will measure blood pressure changes right aft…