New drug aims to stop repeat heart attacks by calming inflammation

NCT ID NCT07276282

First seen Dec 31, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tests a drug called ziltivekimab in people who recently had a heart attack. The goal is to see if it can reduce dangerous fatty plaques in the arteries by lowering inflammation. About 332 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, plus standard care, for 15 months. Special imaging will measure changes in plaque buildup.

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Locations

  • Bern University Hospital, Inselspital Bern

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    Bern, Switzerland

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