Lupus and heart disease: new study seeks better risk prediction

NCT ID NCT04276701

First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study looks at whether certain immune system markers can better predict heart disease risk in people with lupus. Researchers will follow 500 adults with lupus over time, using advanced ultrasound to check for plaque buildup in neck arteries. The goal is to improve how doctors identify lupus patients at highest risk for heart problems.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • AP-HP - Hôpital Cochin - service de Médecine Interne

    Paris, France

  • CHRU de Lille - service de Médecine Interne

    Lille, France

  • CHU de Bordeaux - service de médecine interne

    Bordeaux, France

  • CHU de Brest - service de rhumatologie

    Brest, France

  • CHU de Strasbourg - service d'Immunologie Clinique

    Strasbourg, France

  • Universität Freiburg

    Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

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