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Mechanisms Underlying the Protective Vascular Effects of Dietary Potassium in Humans (NCT04101188)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of Delaware

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Americans continue to consume high amounts of sodium. Potassium is notable for its blood pressure lowering effects but less is known regarding its effect on the vasculature. This investigation seeks to determine the role of dietary potassium on the vasculature in the presence of a high sodium diet in salt-resistant adults.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Delaware โ€” Newark, Delaware

Age range: 18 Years to 45 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Moderate Potassium/Low Sodium Diet (OTHER)
  • Moderate Potassium/High Sodium Diet (OTHER)
  • High Potassium/High Sodium Diet (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Delaware โ€” Newark, Delaware

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (302) 831-2798

Email: slennon@udel.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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