Familial hypercholesterolemia

This large Phase 3 trial tested an experimental oral drug called enlicitide decanoate (MK-0616) in nearly 3,000 adults with high cholesterol, including those with a genetic form. The goal was to see if the drug safely lowers 'bad' LDL cholesterol more than a placebo over 24 weeks…

This study tests bempedoic acid, a cholesterol-lowering tablet, in children aged 6 to 17 with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), an inherited condition causing very high cholesterol. Researchers measure how the drug moves through the body and how well it lowers ch…

This study tested an experimental drug called MGL-3196 (resmetirom) in 116 adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see if the…

This Phase 3 trial tested an oral drug called enlicitide decanoate (MK-0616) in 303 adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, an inherited condition causing very high cholesterol. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for up to 52 weeks. The main goal…

This study tested a drug called inclisiran in teenagers aged 12 to 18 who have a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can lower bad cholesterol. Participants received either inclisiran or a placebo for one year, then eve…

This pilot study tested whether adding plant sterols (phytosterols) and/or krill oil to a heart-healthy Brazilian diet can lower cholesterol in people with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), an inherited condition causing very high cholesterol. Fifty-eight adults with FH were ra…

This early-stage study tested a new medicine called ARO-ANG3 in 93 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with high cholesterol or high triglycerides. The main goal was to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. This research helps determine if the dru…

This Phase 3 trial tested a daily pill combining two drugs, obicetrapib and ezetimibe, in 407 people with inherited high cholesterol or heart disease. Participants took the combination or a placebo on top of their usual cholesterol meds. The main goal was to see if the combo lowe…

This study tested a new drug called obicetrapib in over 2,500 people with high cholesterol that wasn't well controlled by their current treatments. Participants took either a 10 mg obicetrapib pill or a placebo daily for about 6 months. The main goal was to see if obicetrapib cou…

This early-phase study tested a single dose of VSA003 in 36 healthy Chinese adults to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. The drug aims to help control high cholesterol and triglycerides. Participants received either VSA003 or a placebo, and researchers monitored for s…

This study uses a machine-learning tool to scan electronic health records and flag patients likely to have familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition causing very high cholesterol. Researchers then test a simple referral system that automatically schedules a visit wi…

This study tested whether offering genetic screening to younger heart attack patients (under 60) can uncover hidden cases of Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH), an inherited condition causing very high cholesterol. Researchers recruited 140 patients admitted with a heart attack a…

This study looks at whether a motivational interview—a 20-40 minute phone or video chat—can help people with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) get their cholesterol checked and talk to family about screening. About 300 people with suspected or confirmed FH will be randomly assig…

This study creates a registry for people with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) in Greece, a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol and early heart disease. Researchers will screen adults aged 18 to 80 to learn how common FH is and describe the health of those affec…

This study explored how teenagers and their parents react emotionally and mentally when they learn about genetic risks for conditions like hereditary breast cancer, Lynch syndrome, or high cholesterol. Researchers surveyed 162 participants using questionnaires and interviews to m…

This study looked at 2000 adults with early heart disease to understand how inherited high cholesterol (familial dyslipidemia) contributes to heart attacks. Researchers reviewed medical records to find patterns in cholesterol levels. The goal was to highlight the need for better …

This study tested whether a whole-food plant-based diet, compared to a standard North American diet, can lower LDL cholesterol in 50 adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH). Participants followed each diet for 28 days in a crossover design. Researchers also …