New registry reveals hidden heart risks in overweight youth

NCT ID NCT03816462

First seen Jan 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study created a registry of 200 overweight children and young adults with high blood pressure to track their heart health over time. Researchers collected medical information from clinic visits to understand how weight affects the heart. No treatments or interventions were given—this was purely an observation and data-gathering effort.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins University

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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