Investigating heart disease risk in women with endometriosis
Mechanisms and interventions addressing accelerated cardiovascular disease risk in women with endometriosis
This study is looking at how endometriosis might raise the risk of heart problems in women and how common treatments for endometriosis could affect heart health, with the goal of finding better ways to keep both your reproductive and heart health in check.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11239443 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how endometriosis, a condition affecting many women, may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). It explores the inflammatory processes involved and how standard treatments for endometriosis, which suppress estrogen, can complicate heart health. By examining the role of specific biological markers and signaling pathways, the research aims to identify effective interventions to reduce cardiovascular risks in these patients. The study seeks to bridge the gap between managing endometriosis and protecting heart health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with endometriosis who are concerned about their cardiovascular health.
Not a fit: Patients without endometriosis or those who do not have cardiovascular disease risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing cardiovascular disease risk in women with endometriosis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a link between endometriosis and increased cardiovascular risk, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alexander, Lacy M. — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Alexander, Lacy M.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.