Could POTS be an autoimmune disease? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05043051

First seen Apr 11, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looks at whether postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is caused by the body's immune system attacking itself. Researchers will test if stimulating the vagus nerve can reduce symptoms and inflammation. The study includes 80 people with POTS and healthy volunteers, but is no longer recruiting new participants.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oklahoma Clinical and Translational Science Institute

    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States

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