A device for monitoring blood pressure and heart function using a smart cuff
Smart Cuff: Multi-Parameter Hemodynamic Monitoring via a Single Convenient Device
This study is testing a new arm cuff that can easily and accurately check important heart and blood flow measurements, helping doctors take better care of patients in surgery and intensive care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11030815 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new arm cuff device that can non-invasively monitor multiple hemodynamic parameters, including blood pressure, cardiac output, and left ventricular ejection fraction. By utilizing advanced algorithms, the device aims to provide accurate and real-time data, which is crucial for managing patients in surgical and intensive care settings. The project involves collecting patient data to train these algorithms and validating the device against standard measurements. This innovative approach seeks to simplify and enhance the monitoring process for healthcare providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include surgical and intensive care patients who require close monitoring of their cardiovascular status.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require hemodynamic monitoring or those with stable cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more convenient and accurate method for monitoring critical cardiovascular parameters, improving patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in developing non-invasive monitoring devices, but this specific approach using a smart cuff is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mahajan, Aman — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Mahajan, Aman
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.