Scientists probe hidden heart danger in autoimmune diseases

NCT ID NCT01180361

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looked at blood samples from 176 adults with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or psoriatic arthritis to understand why they have a higher risk of heart attacks. Researchers measured how cells handle cholesterol when exposed to patients' blood. They also tested whether certain drugs could improve cholesterol balance. The goal was to learn more about the link between autoimmune diseases and heart disease, not to provide a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island

    Mineola, New York, 11501, United States

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atherosclerosis rheumatoid arthritis systemic lupus erythematosus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.