New study investigates why heart disease hits african americans differently

NCT ID NCT00001853

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at how obesity and body fat affect heart disease risk in 2,000 healthy African American men and women. Researchers will measure body fat, blood fats, and insulin function to see if risk factors differ by sex. The goal is to understand why heart disease rates are high in this group, even when blood fat levels seem normal.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could reveal why heart disease risk factors differ between African American men and women, guiding future prevention strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear links, and results may not apply to all African Americans.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder diabetes mellitus hypertensive disorder Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES DIABETES HYPERTENSION OBESITY

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Locations

National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
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Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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