NCT06848283View on ClinicalTrials.gov

Randomized Controlled Trial on Carotid Atherosclerosis Screening in Asymptomatic Smokers and Hypertensive Adults: Prevalence and Impact on Cardiovascular Prevention

NANot yet recruitingINTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

4,780

Participants

Timeline

Start Date

February 28, 2025

Primary Completion Date

February 28, 2027

Study Completion Date

February 29, 2028

Conditions

Carotid Artery AtheromaCardiovascular Risk Stratification

Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Carotid ultrasonography

All examinations will be performed by a technician specialized in neurosonology, using the same technical protocol. For this purpose, a portable ultrasound device with a linear probe (L3-9 MHz) will be used. A quick screening will be conducted to check for the presence of atherosclerosis.

All Listed Sponsors

lead

Universidade do Porto

OTHER