The Effect of Anacetrapib on Vascular Function and Arterial Stiffness

There are currently no studies evaluating the effect of anacetrapib on blood vessel function and stiffness of the arteries. The REVEAL-Vasc trial will assess whether anacetrapib, in addition to atorvastatin (LDL-C lowering drug) treatment, results in greater endothelial-dependent vascular function and aortic stiffness in patients with established cardiovascular disease, compared to adding placebo. Participants will be asked to provide a blood sample and pulse Wave Velocity/Pulse Wave Analysis and Flow Mediated Dilation will be carried out to assess blood vessel function and stiffness of the arteries. REVEAL-Vasc is an investigator led sub-study of HPS3/TIMI 55: REVEAL (Randomized Evaluation of the Effects of Anacetrapib through Lipid modification): A large-scale, randomized placebo-controlled trial of the clinical effects of anacetrapib among people with established vascular disease (NCT01252953) which is coordinated by OXFORD CTSU. No treatment will be received on this sub-study, therefore only participants who have been enrolled in HPS3/TIMI55 REVEAL in which participants received anacetrapib with atorvastatin or placebo will be considered for this trial.

REVEAL-Vasc is an investigator led sub-study of HPS3/TIMI 55: REVEAL. Participants who previously enrolled on HPS3/TIMI 55: REVEAL and received treatment will be invited to participate in this sub-study. Participants will attend a screening and an assessment visit during which Pulse Wave Velocity/ Pulse Wave Analysis and Flow Mediated Dilation will be carried out to assess blood vessel function and stiffness. A blood sample will also be taken from participant to assess CRP and lipid profile. Since participants will have received treatment on the main trial HPS3/TIMI 55: REVEAL, no treatment will be received on this sub-study.