Scientists probe fat metabolism in diabetic Patients' arteries

NCT ID NCT03202823

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how diabetes changes the way certain fats (arachidonic acid) are processed in fatty plaques that build up in the carotid artery. Researchers compared plaque samples from 204 diabetic and non-diabetic patients undergoing surgery for carotid stenosis. The goal was to understand why plaques in diabetic patients are more inflamed and prone to rupture.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

carotid stenosis type 1 diabetes mellitus type 2 diabetes mellitus

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chu Dijon Bourgogne

    Dijon, 21000, France