Scientists probe why arthritis and lupus raise heart attack risk
NCT ID NCT01180361
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study looked at why people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or lupus have a higher chance of heart attacks. Researchers tested blood samples from 176 adults to see how certain immune system changes affect cholesterol balance in cells. The goal was to understand the process better, not to test a new treatment.
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NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island
Mineola, New York, 11501, United States
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