Could Alzheimer's be linked to the heart? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07154394
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether people with Alzheimer's disease also have amyloid deposits in their hearts, which can cause heart problems. Researchers will use special PET scans—normally used to see amyloid in the brain—to also scan the heart. The goal is to better understand if these two conditions share a common cause and improve diagnosis. The study involves 15 participants and includes heart scans and dementia assessments.
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 could improve how doctors diagnose and understand the link between heart amyloid buildup and Alzheimer's disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early observational study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is not testing a treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Hospital Essen
RECRUITINGEssen, North Rhine-Westphalia, 45147, Germany
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