Menopause may trigger hidden changes in nerves and blood flow
NCT ID NCT06490146
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 80 women aged 45-55 as they go through menopause to see how their nerves and blood vessels change. Researchers will measure nerve activity and blood vessel function each year, or every six months once perimenopause starts. The goal is to understand why menopause might raise the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.
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 clarify how menopause increases heart disease risk, guiding future prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures changes over time and cannot prove cause and effect.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Minnesota
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55414, United States
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