New study aims to uncover hidden heart risks in women
NCT ID NCT05632601
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This pilot study is testing whether it's possible to run a larger study that focuses on heart disease in women. Researchers will gather information from 176 women aged 25-55 in Ontario who have had certain female-specific health issues like pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, or early menopause. The goal is to eventually create a heart risk score tailored to women.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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176 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2023
- Expected to finish
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May 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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25 to 55 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Female Sex * Between 25-55 years of age * Ontario resident with a valid OHIP card A prior or current diagnosis of: * Pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, gestational hypertension * Gestational diabetes * Primary ovarian insufficiency (menopause \< age 40) * Early menopause (menopause between ages 40-45) * Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) * Rheumatologic inflammatory disorders (Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis) * Breast cancer OR No prior history of sex-specific or female-predominant risk factors outlined in the SSR group Exclusion Criteria: * Male sex * Currently pregnant * Prior diagnosis of any of the following: * CVD including coronary heart disease, heart failure, congenital heart disease, stroke/transient ischemic attack, valvular heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, aortapathy, atrial fibrillation or flutter, other CVD * Neurodegenerative disease known to affect the heart (e.g., muscular dystrophy) * Untreated serious mental illness (e.g., untreated psychosis)
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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