PTSD linked to early heart risk in new study

NCT ID NCT03778307

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at whether PTSD can damage blood vessels, which might lead to heart disease. Researchers measured blood vessel function in 168 adults who had experienced trauma. The goal was to understand how PTSD affects the body and find ways to reduce heart risk in trauma survivors.

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Locations

  • UCLA

    Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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