Montreal Heart Institute

This study tests whether 12 weeks of home-based heat therapy can improve blood sugar control and blood vessel function in adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure changes in hemoglobin A1C, insulin resistance, and how the body handles fats after a meal. The goal is t…

This study tests whether using only the blood thinner ticagrelor (instead of the usual aspirin plus ticagrelor) can lower bleeding risks in people who had a heart attack but did not get stents or bypass surgery. About 2,570 adults will be followed for 12 months to see if the sing…

This study is testing whether colchicine (a drug used for gout) and non-enteric coated aspirin, taken alone or together, can reduce the risk of serious heart problems like heart attacks and strokes in people with type 2 diabetes. The trial will include 10,000 adults aged 55 to 80…

This study tests a personalized hydration plan to prevent kidney damage in people having heart procedures like angiograms. About 1,158 adults will receive fluids tailored to their heart pressure, contrast dye amount, and kidney function. The goal is to see if this approach reduce…

This study looks at whether combining physical exercise with cognitive training (like brain games) can improve memory, thinking speed, and overall brain health in people aged 50 and older with stable chronic heart failure. Researchers will also check if the benefits differ betwee…

This study looks at how well different doses and forms of aspirin work in people with type 2 diabetes. About 30 participants will first take a standard dose of coated aspirin. Those whose blood platelets are not fully blocked will then try three other aspirin regimens to see whic…

This study looks at whether cholesterol tests taken during a heart attack hospital stay give reliable results. About 100 adults admitted for a heart attack will have their cholesterol checked at the start, two days later, and again 4-6 weeks after leaving the hospital. The goal i…

This study will use artificial intelligence to analyze past data from over 21,000 patients who had heart valve procedures. The goal is to see if AI can accurately predict things like which device to use and the risk of complications. This is an observational study, meaning no new…