Veterans get genetic insights to fight heart disease

NCT ID NCT04178122

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study looked at whether giving veterans their genetic test results could help them better manage heart disease. Over 100 veterans received their results and were followed for 6 months to see if their cholesterol levels improved. The goal was to learn how to return genetic information in a way that helps patients and doctors make better treatment decisions.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02130-4817, United States

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