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Scientists probe mystery gene's role in heart disease

NCT ID NCT06230406

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether a gene called TMEM230 plays a role in atherosclerosis, the buildup of fatty plaques in arteries that can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Researchers will collect blood and artery tissue from 12 adults undergoing vascular surgery. They aim to understand how this gene is turned on or off in diseased arteries, which could eventually lead to new prevention or treatment strategies.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could point toward new targets for preventing or treating atherosclerosis, potentially reducing heart disease and stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage observational study (12 participants) focused on understanding basic biology, not testing a treatment. Results may not lead directly to therapies.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 12 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Sep 2023

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

All patients coming to the Operative Unit of Vascular Surgery at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, needing open surgical intervention for arterial and/or venous pathologies

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * adult patients (age \> 18 years) * consent to participate in the study, * patients coming to the Vascular Surgery Unit I of the IRCCS Policlinico San Donato for a vascular pathology of the arterial or venous district worthy of surgical treatment. Exclusion Criteria: * minor patients, * patients who have not given their consent to participate in the study, * patients who have vascular pathologies of the arterial or venous district not susceptible to surgical intervention.

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Conditions

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atherosclerosis

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Atherosclerosis

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • I.R.C.C.S. Policlinico San Donato

    RECRUITING

    San Donato Milanese, Milan, 20097, Italy

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