Could Lipoprotein(a) Affect Your Heart Health?

Learn about a research study for adults with elevated Lipoprotein(a), also called Lp(a), and certain heart health risk factors

About the Study

Elevated lipoprotein(a), also called Lp(a), is associated with an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems. Many people with high Lp(a) may not know they have it, and there are currently limited treatment options specifically designed to lower it.

Researchers are studying new approaches to better understand whether lowering Lp(a) may help reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events (such as a heart attack, ischemic stroke, cardiovascular death, and urgent coronary revascularization (a procedure to restore blood flow to the heart).

This research study is evaluating an investigational medication for adults with elevated Lp(a) who have had certain heart or blood vessel problems—or who may be at risk for developing them. Researchers want to learn whether the study medication may help lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other serious heart-related problems.

Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the investigational medicine or placebo, taken by mouth once daily, in addition to their usual standard-of-care medications.

Qualifications

You may be able to join if you:

• Are 18 years of age or older.
• Have elevated Lp(a) based on study testing.
• Have had a heart attack, stroke, or other heart or blood vessel event, or have risk factors that may increase your chance of having one in the future.
• Are on stable doses of certain cholesterol-lowering medications, if applicable.

Interested in Learning More?

If you’re interested in this research study, complete the form and a member of our research team will contact you to provide more information and discuss whether the study may be a good fit for you.