Heart and mind: new study explores the hidden links between cardiovascular disease and mental illness
NCT ID NCT06239246
First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This completed study looked at 400 people with both heart disease and a mental health condition (like depression or anxiety). Researchers used questionnaires, blood tests, and imaging to find shared risk factors and biological markers. The goal was to better understand how these conditions influence each other and to build a database for future research.
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the first affliliated hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China
Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315000, China
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 help identify people with heart disease who are at high risk for mental health issues, leading to better screening and earlier support.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all populations.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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