Plain-English translation of NCT07431229 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing inorganic nitrates—natural compounds found in beetroot juice—to see if they can help your heart recover after a pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in your lungs). Half of participants will drink nitrate-rich beetroot juice, and half will drink a placebo juice that looks and tastes the same. Researchers want to understand whether this medication can reduce stress on your heart and prevent your condition from getting worse.
When you have a blood clot in your lungs, your heart has to work much harder to pump blood through, which can lead to serious complications or even heart failure. This trial exists because doctors need new ways to protect the heart during this critical time, beyond standard blood-thinning medications. The medication being tested may help relax blood vessels in the lungs and ease the strain on your heart.
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You will undergo a right heart catheterization (a specialized imaging procedure where a thin tube is placed in your heart to measure pressures and function). You will then be randomly assigned to drink either nitrate-rich beetroot juice or placebo juice. The study will measure how your heart responds and track your recovery to see if the juice helps reduce strain on your heart and prevent deterioration. You'll be monitored closely throughout to ensure your safety.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 10, 2026 · Not medical advice
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