Investigating how cannabis affects heart health in young adults
The Effects of Cannabinoids and Route of Cannabis Administration on Subclinical Cardiovascular Disease Risk
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI CORAL GABLES · NIH-10675758
This study is looking at how using cannabis, especially THC and CBD, might affect heart health in young adults aged 18 to 30, and it will compare the heart health of cannabis users to non-users to see if different ways of using cannabis make a difference.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI CORAL GABLES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10675758 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research explores the effects of cannabinoids, specifically THC and CBD, on cardiovascular disease risk among cannabis users aged 18 to 30. It aims to understand how different methods of cannabis administration influence heart health by measuring traditional risk factors and vascular function. Participants will provide blood and urine samples to quantify THC and CBD levels, which will be analyzed alongside various health metrics. The study compares these measures between cannabis users and nonusers to identify potential risks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18 to 30 who use cannabis or do not use cannabis at all.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 18 to 30 or those who do not use cannabis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into how cannabis use impacts heart health, potentially guiding safer consumption practices.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into cannabinoids and cardiovascular health, this specific approach focusing on young adults and the combined effects of THC and CBD is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI CORAL GABLES — CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VIDOT, DENISE CHRISTINA — UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI CORAL GABLES
- Study coordinator: VIDOT, DENISE CHRISTINA
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.