Scientists probe mouth germs for clues to heart and muscle health
NCT ID NCT06009276
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This observational study looks at how fitness level relates to bacteria in the mouth and blood flow to muscles. Researchers will collect mouth swabs, saliva, and blood samples, and measure exercise capacity in 70 adults with heart failure, peripheral artery disease, or overweight. The goal is to understand these connections, not to test a treatment.
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UVA Student Health and Wellness Building
RECRUITINGCharlottesville, Virginia, 22903, United States
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