Could your nose warn of heart disease? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT04661800

First seen Feb 17, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study looked at 51 adults with cardiac amyloidosis, a rare heart condition, to find out how many also have problems with smell or taste. Researchers used simple tests to measure these senses. The goal is to see if smell or taste loss could be an early warning sign of the disease, helping doctors diagnose it sooner.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris - CHU HENRI MONDOR

    Créteil, 94010, France

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