Heart Drug's hidden power? study planned to scan artery inflammation

NCT ID NCT05720156

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study was designed to see if cholesterol-lowering PCSK9 inhibitors also reduce inflammation in the arteries of people with heart disease. Researchers planned to use a special imaging scan to measure inflammation in the aorta. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available.

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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