The Biomechanical Study of Diseased Human Carotid, Femoral and Abdominal Aortic Tissue
Recruiting
Observational Study
Vascular Diseases
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 300 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University Hospital of Limerick · Other
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About This Trial
This cross-sectional study aims to ascertain the mechanical properties of human carotid/femoral atherosclerotic plaque and abdominal aortic aneurysm tissue and correlate tissue mechanics with novel blood-based biomarkers of cardiovascular calcification.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients with arterial plaque undergoing treatment where the plaque tissue will be surgically removed as per the usual peripheral endarterectomy procedure.
* Able to provide informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients that are unable to give informed consent.
* Seriousl…
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