Status:

NOT_YET_RECRUITING

2-HOBA Supplementation in People With Elevated Lipoprotein(a)

Lead Sponsor:

The Miriam Hospital

Conditions:

Hyperlipidemia

Elevated Lp(a)

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-69 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a natural supplement called 2-hydroxybenzylamine (2-HOBA) can reduce harmful oxidized lipids and improve the function of lipoprotein(a) in adults with hi...

Detailed Description

Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a genetically determined cholesterol particle that increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. High levels of Lp(a) affect about 1 in 4 people, and there are no approv...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Males and females aged 18-69 years.
  • Elevated Lp(a) levels ≥ 90 mg/dL.
  • Able to provide informed consent and adhere to study schedules.
  • Willing to follow a physician-recommended diet during the study.

Exclusion

  • Pregnant, planning pregnancy during the study period, or currently breastfeeding.
  • Individuals with established cardiovascular disease
  • Planning major changes in diet or exercise routines.
  • Experienced \>20% weight change in the past 3 months.
  • Diagnosed with malabsorption syndrome or chronic diarrhea.
  • Abnormal liver, kidney, or thyroid function.
  • Drug or alcohol abuse within the past 6 months, or significant mental/psychological impairment.
  • Have known bleeding disorders (e.g., hemophilia).
  • Planned surgery during the study period.
  • Donated blood within the last 2 weeks or planning to donate during the study.
  • Require regular blood transfusions.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

November 1 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

November 1 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

10 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07198009

Start Date

November 1 2025

End Date

November 1 2026

Last Update

September 30 2025

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Lipid Clinic at Brown University Health

Providence, Rhode Island, United States, 02914