Scientists investigate why autoimmune diseases raise heart attack risk
NCT ID NCT01180361
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at why people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and lupus have a higher chance of heart attacks. Researchers examined blood samples from 176 adults to see how immune system changes affect cholesterol buildup in cells. The goal was to understand the link between these autoimmune diseases and heart disease, not to test a new treatment.
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NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island
Mineola, New York, 11501, United States
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