RecruitingNCT07315997

The Coronary Artery Calcium and Troponins in Rheumatoid Arthritis (CAT-RA) Study

Sponsor

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

Sep 4, 2024

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD)

Summary

Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have up to 2x the risk of having a heart attack compared to someone without RA. The goal of this study is to identify biomarkers that can help us do a better job of identifying individuals at risk before they develop symptoms of heart disease and start preventative treatment earlier.

Eligibility

Min Age: 35 YearsMax Age: 79 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is looking at whether routine heart scans and blood tests (coronary artery calcium scoring and troponin levels) can help predict cardiovascular risk in people with rheumatoid arthritis — a condition that is known to increase the chance of heart disease. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis by a rheumatologist - You are between 40 and 79 years old - You have at least one cardiovascular risk factor such as pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity (BMI over 30), or a history of smoking **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are already taking a statin, a cholesterol absorption inhibitor, or a PCSK9 inhibitor, or have a reason you cannot take statins - You have been diagnosed with diabetes - You are pregnant Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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