VASCULAR DISEASES

This study tested whether a tighter blood pressure target (below 135/85 mmHg) is better than usual care (below 150/100 mmHg) for women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. 61 women were enrolled and followed for 6 months after giving birth. The goal was to see if this ap…

This study tested a procedure called renal denervation, which uses energy to calm overactive nerves in the kidneys, to see if it can safely lower blood pressure in people whose hypertension is not controlled by up to three medications. The study involved 337 participants and meas…

This study tested an experimental pill called ralinepag for people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a serious lung condition that makes the heart work too hard. About 687 adults with PAH took either ralinepag or a placebo on top of their usual treatments. The goal was …

This study tested whether using social networks (like WeChat) can help people at high risk for stroke take their medications correctly after leaving the hospital. 720 participants were split into two groups: one received standard care, the other got extra support through social n…

This study tested a new device called the Supernova stent retriever in 54 people having a severe stroke caused by a large blood clot in the brain. The device is designed to grab and remove the clot, restoring blood flow. The main goals were to see if the device could safely reope…

This study looked at how well the ELUVIA drug-coated stent works in real-world patients with blocked arteries in the leg. About 291 adults received the stent and were followed for two years. Researchers measured changes in quality of life and walking ability to see if the stent h…

This large study tested whether taking two blood-thinning medications (clopidogrel plus aspirin) is more effective than taking just aspirin alone for patients with multiple blocked heart arteries who received a stent. The goal was to see if the two-drug combination better prevent…

This study looked at whether a simple checklist called the YEARS algorithm can safely rule out dangerous blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism) in people with active cancer, without needing a CT scan. About 700 participants were randomly assigned to either the YEARS approa…

This study tested whether a special website with videos and information could reduce anxiety in 250 adults scheduled for vascular surgery. Patients who used the site rated their anxiety on a 0-10 scale and compared it to those who did not use the site. The goal was to see if easy…

This study looked at 32 people with known genetic changes that affect elastic fibers in the skin, blood vessels, and lungs. Researchers used medical tests and exams to learn how these gene changes impact overall health. The goal was to gather information, not to test a treatment.

This study looked at how blood moves through leg muscles in people who have had a stroke compared to healthy adults. Researchers used ultrasound to measure blood flow during passive leg movement and active muscle contractions. The goal was to understand why stroke survivors often…

This study looked at whether a supplement called MitoQ can improve blood vessel function and lower blood pressure in Black and non-Black adults aged 45-75. Researchers wanted to understand if problems with tiny energy-producing parts of cells (mitochondria) help explain why Black…