Massive study tracks 31,000 people to uncover heart risks from obesity and hypertension

NCT ID NCT05156580

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows over 31,000 middle-aged and older adults to see how being overweight or having high blood pressure affects their risk of heart attacks, strokes, and death. Researchers will track participants until 2026 using routine health checkups. The goal is to better understand the long-term heart risks linked to these common conditions.

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 help doctors better predict and prevent heart problems in people with obesity and high blood pressure.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100050, China