Genetic heart risk? new drug combo aims to stop plaque before it starts
NCT ID NCT05850091
First seen Mar 31, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tests whether a high-intensity statin and a low-dose anti-inflammatory drug (colchicine) can slow or change the buildup of fatty plaque in the heart arteries. It includes 200 adults aged 40-75 with high genetic risk for heart disease but no symptoms. Participants get a CT scan at the start and after one year to measure plaque changes.
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