Hyperlipidemia

This phase 3 trial tests whether adding enlicitide decanoate to the standard statin rosuvastatin lowers LDL cholesterol more than placebo in 975 adults with high cholesterol. Participants take the drugs or matching placebos for 8 weeks. The main goal is to see the percent change …

This phase 2 trial tests an injectable drug called DII235 in 233 adults with high lipoprotein(a), a genetic condition that raises heart disease and stroke risk. Participants have heart disease or type 2 diabetes. The study compares different doses of DII235 against a placebo to s…

This study gives the drug metreleptin to 29 people with partial lipodystrophy, a rare condition that causes high blood fats and diabetes. Participants have already shown improvement from the drug in earlier studies. The goal is to keep providing the treatment and check its long-t…

This study gives the drug metreleptin to people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition that causes severe fat loss and leads to high blood fats and diabetes. Participants, aged 6 months and older, have already received metreleptin in past NIH studies but cannot get it i…

This large Phase 3 trial is testing whether a drug called inclisiran can reduce major heart problems like heart attacks and strokes in people who already have heart disease. About 17,000 participants are taking either inclisiran or a placebo, along with their usual cholesterol-lo…

This study tests whether a church-based program led by community health workers can help Black adults in Louisiana lower their risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 812 participants from local churches will receive either a health worke…

This study tests an experimental injection called HRS-7249 in 224 adults with hyperlipidemia (high fat levels in the blood). The goal is to see if it safely lowers triglycerides, a type of blood fat linked to heart disease. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo, and r…

This study tests a health support program for 600 people with disabilities who also have chronic conditions like diabetes or obesity. The program includes weekly nutrition classes, three exercise sessions per week, and help managing chronic conditions. Researchers want to see if …

This study tests a daily pill called resmetirom in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The goal is to see if it safely reduces liver fat and cholesterol over 52 weeks. About 810 adults who completed earlier related studies are taking part. This is a long-term t…

This study looks at different methods to help patients with high cholesterol and heart disease get the right medicines to lower their cholesterol. About 300 adults at high risk will take part. The goal is to see which approach helps more people reach their target LDL cholesterol …

This study tests whether whole-body electromyostimulation (WB-EMS), a technology that stimulates muscles with mild electrical pulses, can lower resting blood pressure and improve other heart risk factors in overweight adults aged 50+ with mild hypertension. Over 12 weeks, 28 part…

This study looks at whether a special heart-friendly diet, with or without added plant sterols and krill oil, can improve cholesterol levels in people with familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol). About 300 participants will follow the di…

This study tests an experimental drug called AZD0780 in 473 adults with a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol (heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia). The drug aims to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol more than a placebo over 12 weeks, with treatment lasting up to…

This phase 3 trial tests VSA003, an RNAi drug that targets a protein called ANGPTL3, in 46 Chinese adolescents and adults with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), a genetic condition causing extremely high cholesterol. Participants receive either VSA003 or a placebo …

This study tests a smartphone app called MED-AD that sends reminders and tracks medication use for people with heart disease, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. About 1,000 adults in Oman will be randomly assigned to use the app, receive daily text reminders, or get usual …

This Phase 3 trial is testing an oral drug called MK-0616 (enlicitide decanoate) in about 14,550 people at high risk for heart problems. The drug aims to lower cholesterol and reduce the chance of major events like heart attacks, strokes, and emergency artery procedures. Particip…

This study looks at whether eating oats for 6 weeks can improve cholesterol, blood pressure, and gut health in people who are overweight or have high cholesterol. Participants will follow a low-gluten diet rich in either oats or rice. Researchers will measure blood fats, inflamma…

This study tests a daily pill (obicetrapib plus ezetimibe) to see if it can reduce fatty plaque buildup in the arteries of 300 adults with heart disease. Participants must already be on cholesterol-lowering therapy but still have high LDL cholesterol and measurable plaque. The tr…

This study follows 116 people who received an experimental gene-editing therapy for heart disease or high cholesterol. Researchers will monitor them for 15 years to track any side effects and how well the treatment controls cholesterol levels. The goal is to understand the long-t…

This study tests two methods to increase referrals to a centralized pharmacy service for managing statin therapy in patients with or at high risk for heart disease. One method sends reminders to doctors during office visits, and the other sends electronic messages outside of visi…

This study tests a video-based healthy lifestyle program for adults aged 50 to 74 who are overweight and have conditions like prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or high blood pressure. Participants use a tablet, scale, and activity tracker at home, and some get extra support from a co…

This study tests a program that helps adults with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol address social needs like food, housing, and transportation. About 4,800 participants will be screened during primary care visits and offered support from providers, care c…

This study tests an experimental drug called HRS-5632 in 203 adults with high levels of lipoprotein(a), a fatty substance that raises the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo to see if the drug safely lowers this substance. The goal…

This study tests a fixed-dose combination pill containing Pitavastatin and Ezetimibe against Pitavastatin alone in 88 people with high cholesterol and high triglycerides. Participants take the pill daily for 52 weeks. The main goal is to see how much LDL ('bad') cholesterol drops…

This study tests a 6-month digital care program for adults aged 50+ with type 2 diabetes and at least one other chronic condition like high blood pressure or kidney disease. The program combines online education, phone support, a mobile health app, home visits, and personalized c…

This early-stage study tests an experimental drug called ALN-ANG3 in healthy adults with high cholesterol and triglycerides. The main goal is to check safety and side effects, not yet to see if it works. About 59 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, and researc…

This study tests a new way for cancer doctors and primary care doctors to work together to help cancer survivors manage other health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 adults with certain cancers and at least one of these conditions will …

This study tracks 73 adults with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), a rare genetic disorder causing extremely high cholesterol and early heart disease. Researchers will compare major cardiovascular events (like heart attacks and strokes) during the first three years…

This study follows about 847 adults with high cholesterol or mixed dyslipidemia who are starting inclisiran, a newer cholesterol-lowering drug. Researchers want to see how much LDL cholesterol drops after 10 months and how well patients stick with the treatment in real-world sett…

This study tests whether an electronic alert in the medical record can help doctors prescribe better cholesterol-lowering medications for heart disease patients with high LDL. About 400 patients from a single hospital will be randomly assigned to have their doctor receive the ale…

This study looks at how ketogenic diets impact heart health in adults with epilepsy. Researchers will measure cholesterol, blood pressure, weight, and artery thickness over 12 months. Participants are adults 18 or older who are already on a keto diet or starting the modified Atki…

This study tests an investigational drug called BW-00112 in 145 adults with mixed dyslipidemia, a condition where levels of certain blood fats are too high. Participants receive injections of the drug or a placebo over several months while continuing their usual statin medication…

This study tests a drug called inclisiran in about 345 Asian patients who have heart disease or are at high risk and still have high LDL (bad) cholesterol despite taking statins. The goal is to see if inclisiran lowers LDL cholesterol more than a placebo over about 11 months, and…

This study looks at whether a protein supplement called carnitine can reduce hardening of the arteries in teenagers at high risk for future heart disease. About 90 teens aged 11-21 with high triglycerides will take carnitine or a placebo. Researchers will measure artery stiffness…

This study tests whether a gamification program, along with support from a partner and updates to their doctor, can help 84 adults with high blood pressure and high cholesterol take their medications more consistently. Participants who have struggled with adherence will either re…

This study compares two high-dose statin/ezetimibe combinations (rosuvastatin/ezetimibe vs. atorvastatin/ezetimibe) in 200 adults who have received a drug-eluting stent for coronary artery disease. The goal is to see which combo better maintains LDL cholesterol below 55 mg/dL ove…

This study tests inclisiran, a twice-yearly injection, to help people with heart disease or at high risk for it reach their LDL cholesterol goals. It focuses on groups often understudied, like women, Black, Hispanic, and rural patients. The trial enrolls 130 adults and measures w…

This program provides evinacumab to children with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) or severe high triglycerides when standard treatments don't work. The drug helps lower dangerous fat levels in the blood, but patients must keep taking it long-term to control their …

This study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of an oral medication called enlicitide decanoate (MK-0616) for adults with high cholesterol. About 3,000 participants who completed earlier MK-0616 studies will take the drug as a tablet. Researchers will track side ef…

This study tests whether virtual group visits—where patients meet online for diabetes education, support, and goal setting—can improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who also have heart-related conditions. About 720 adults from participating clinics will take …

This study tests whether eating 1.5 cups of fresh mango daily for 12 weeks can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation in people with prediabetes. Thirty-one participants will eat mango for 12 weeks, then take a break, and then avoid mango for another 12 weeks. Researc…

This study looks at whether a special oil from herring can lower LDL (bad) cholesterol in adults who are overweight or have obesity. Researchers will give 80 participants herring oil concentrate and measure changes in their cholesterol levels. The goal is to find a natural way to…

This study uses a machine-learning tool to scan electronic health records and flag patients likely to have familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol. Researchers then test a simple referral system that automatically schedules a visit wi…

This study tests whether portable ultrasound and blood glucose monitors can help doctors catch chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease earlier than usual. About 200 adults will use these devices or receive standard care for 6 months. The goal is to see…

This large Phase 3 study tests whether inclisiran, a twice-yearly injection, can prevent major heart problems like heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related death in people at high risk who have not yet had such an event. Over 14,000 participants are receiving either inclisiran o…

This study is testing a digital health platform called STELA that creates personalized lifestyle plans to reduce risk factors for heart disease, like obesity, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance. About 100 adults without existing heart disease will use the platform for a yea…

This large, phase 4 trial is testing whether berberine, a natural compound, can prevent heart disease and diabetes in over 2,000 high-risk adults in China. Participants take berberine or a placebo twice daily, plus receive lifestyle advice. The study tracks blood sugar and heart …

This study aimed to see if making physical activity into a game could help older hospital patients move more. Participants would have received daily text messages, set step goals, earned points, and worn a Fitbit to track their steps. The study was withdrawn before any patients w…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called AJU-C716 against a reference drug (C716R) in 41 healthy adults aged 19 to 55. The goal is to see how safe the drug is and how the body processes it. This study does not test if the drug works for high cholesterol—it only looks at saf…

This study tracks 585 patients with familial or regular high cholesterol who are already prescribed Leqvio. Researchers will monitor side effects and cholesterol levels over time to see how safe and effective the drug is in everyday use. No new treatment is given—it's purely obse…

This study is creating a collection of blood samples and health information from 250 adults with very high or very low cholesterol or related lipid problems. Researchers will analyze these samples to learn more about the genetic and biological causes of these extreme lipid disord…

This observational study follows about 198 patients in Spain who are already taking inclisiran (Leqvio) for high cholesterol linked to heart disease or a genetic condition. Researchers will check if patients reach their LDL cholesterol goals after 6 and 12 months. The goal is to …

This study analyzes de-identified lipid test results from over 5 million patients to better understand cholesterol and related blood fats. Researchers aim to identify rare lipid disorders and improve how doctors personalize treatment for abnormal blood lipids. The data comes from…

This study is observing over 2,500 adults with high cholesterol who are taking a combination of bempedoic acid and ezetimibe in routine medical care. Researchers are collecting data on side effects and heart risk to better understand how the treatment works in Asian and Latin Ame…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called AD-117, which is being developed for mixed dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol levels). The study will give a single dose to 60 healthy adults, either with or without food, to see how food changes the drug's levels in the blood a…

This study tests whether a 'toolbox' of educational materials—including report cards for doctors, patient handouts, and an online decision aid—can increase the use of cholesterol-lowering statins in communities with high rates of heart disease. Researchers will track prescription…

This study is observing 5000 adults with high cholesterol who are taking bempedoic acid (alone or with ezetimibe) as part of their normal medical care. Researchers will collect data on cholesterol levels, heart events, side effects, and quality of life over one year. The goal is …

This study checks how common high levels of lipoprotein(a) — a genetic risk factor for heart disease — are among hospital staff and their families. About 2800 participants will give blood samples and be followed over time to see if high levels lead to more heart problems. The goa…

This registry is following 1,000 people who have trouble tolerating statins, a common cholesterol-lowering drug. Researchers will track how often treatments are changed, cholesterol levels, and quality of life over time. The goal is to better understand this condition and improve…

This study reviews past clinical trials to see if different soy foods (like tofu, tempeh, and soy drinks) lower cholesterol as effectively as isolated soy protein. The goal is to help update dietary guidelines and health claims. No new participants are being enrolled; the researc…

This study follows about 3,000 adults in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to learn how common heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking are, and how they lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other heart problems. Researchers will track participants for about…

This study tests two new ways to help people with familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic high cholesterol condition) get their family members screened. About 800 adults from Penn Medicine will be assigned to receive automated reminders, a patient navigator, or usual care. The g…

This study looks at how breastfeeding changes cholesterol and heart disease risk in women with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition causing high cholesterol. Researchers will follow 50 pregnant women with and without FH from late pregnancy to one year after bir…

This study looks at whether a motivational interview—a 20-40 minute phone or video chat—can help people with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) get their cholesterol checked and talk to family about screening. About 300 people with suspected or confirmed FH will be randomly assig…

This study looks at people with rare adrenal tumors (pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas) that do not produce excess hormones. Researchers want to see if these 'silent' tumors still cause heart problems, blood pressure changes, or metabolic issues like diabetes and high choleste…

This study tests different ways to reach and enroll women and Black/Latino adults in heart disease research. Participants receive educational text messages about heart health and research opportunities. The goal is to see if these methods increase diversity and trust in clinical …

This observational study plans to enroll 120,000 people with various chronic diseases like pancreatitis, diabetes, and arthritis. Researchers will collect blood samples and health data to study how genetics and lifestyle affect disease progression. The goal is to find common dise…

This study tests new tools to help primary care doctors diagnose familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol and early heart attacks. About 532 clinicians will use special checklists and reminders during patient visits. The goal is to…

This study collects blood, urine, and tissue samples from 500 obese adults to help researchers understand why people gain weight, lose weight, or regain weight after treatment. Participants must be over 18 with a BMI of 30 or higher. The samples will be stored for up to 10 years …

This study looks at whether a telehealth program called ECHO can help healthcare teams in New Mexico better care for patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions. The program connects primary care providers with specialists through video sessions for training and case disc…

This study was designed to see if a cholesterol-lowering drug called a PCSK9 inhibitor could also reduce inflammation in the arteries of people with heart disease. Researchers planned to use a special imaging scan to measure inflammation. The study was withdrawn before enrolling …

This pilot study aimed to see if taking fish oil supplements could improve gut bacteria and make exercise more effective at reducing inflammation in people with obesity. The study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results or conclusions are available.