What Is Atherosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis, or “hardening of the arteries,” is caused when excess cholesterol builds up in the arteries and forms blockages called plaques. Atherosclerosis increases the risk of serious medical conditions including coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, heart attack, and stroke.
Future Research Opportunities
If you are interested in learning about upcoming atherosclerosis clinical trials, click here to enter your contact information. When a study opens, a team member may reach out to provide additional information and determine if it may be a good fit for you.

Why Participate?
Without the help of clinical trial participants, we would not have most of the medical treatments we use today. By choosing to participate in a clinical trial, you are contributing to research that could benefit millions of people around the world.
There is no cost to participate in clinical trials, and health insurance is not required. Compensation for study-related time and travel may be provided.


