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High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol Increased Plaque Stabilization in the Elderly
NCT00127218 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the added benefits of increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol serum levels over and above those achieved by lipid lowering therapy guided by current guidelines, in older individuals with cardiovascular disease.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DRUG Placebo
- DRUG niacin
- DRUG any statin
Study Locations (1)
Maryland
- Johns Hopkins Unversity School of Medicine — Baltimore
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 145 participants |
| Start Date | 2003-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2008-12 |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00127218
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00127218 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as Phase 3, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 145 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Johns Hopkins University, which has 1,517 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Cardiovascular Disease appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Placebo is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT00127218 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Maryland. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00127218 about?
NCT00127218 is a clinical study titled "High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol Increased Plaque Stabilization in the Elderly". The purpose of this study is to investigate the added benefits of increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol serum levels over and above those achieved by lipid lowering therapy guided by current guidelines, in older individuals with cardiovascular disease.
What is the current status of trial NCT00127218?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 3 study. The enrollment target is 145 participants. The study started on 2003-09. Estimated completion is 2008-12.
What conditions does trial NCT00127218 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Cardiovascular Disease, Atherosclerosis. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00127218?
The interventions under investigation include: Placebo (DRUG), niacin (DRUG), any statin (DRUG). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00127218?
This trial is sponsored by Johns Hopkins University, which has 1,517 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT00127218 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Maryland. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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