Heart study seeks clues to hidden cause of chest pain in women
NCT ID NCT03537586
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at why some women with chest pain or signs of heart disease have normal-looking large arteries but still have problems with tiny blood vessels in the heart. Researchers will measure platelet activity and inflammation during a heart catheterization to see if these factors are linked to microvascular dysfunction. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose and understand this condition, which affects up to 40% of women with stable heart disease.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify non-invasive ways to diagnose coronary microvascular dysfunction and point toward new treatment targets.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it will not directly benefit participants. The findings may not apply to men or other populations.
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, New York, 10016, United States