Overview

The Effect(s) of Sevelamer Carbonate (Renvela) on Atherosclerotic Plaque Inflammation Judged by FDG-PET Scan

Status:
Terminated
Trial end date:
2016-04-08
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The hypothesis is that switching calcium based phosphate binders to sevelamer carbonate will be associated with less inflammation including less atherosclerotic plaque inflammation (inflammation of the vessel walls).
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Treatments:
Sevelamer