A mobile health tool for monitoring heart pressure.
Official title: A mobile health framework for left ventricular end diastolic pressure diagnostics and monitoring.
Funded at Aventusoft, LLC · NIH-10851435 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way for people with heart issues to easily check their heart pressure at home using a smartphone and a special sensor, making it simpler to keep an eye on their heart health without needing more invasive tests.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Aventusoft, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boca Raton, United States) |
| Project start | July 16, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $864,759 |
| NIH project number | 4R44HL167296-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10851435 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for heart failure, particularly those from minority populations such as African Americans who experience higher rates of cardiovascular issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with stable heart conditions who are already receiving adequate management and monitoring may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a mobile health framework that allows for the non-invasive measurement and monitoring of left ventricular end diastolic pressure (LVEDP), which is crucial for assessing heart health. By utilizing a cardiac biosensor integrated with smartphones, patients can easily track their heart pressure from home, reducing the need for more invasive procedures like echocardiograms. This approach not only enhances accessibility but also aims to improve early diagnosis and management of heart failure, particularly in populations disproportionately affected by cardiovascular diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients to manage their heart health more effectively and reduce hospital visits related to heart failure.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using mobile health technologies for chronic disease management, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Aventusoft, LLC
Boca Raton, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kale, Kaustubh — Aventusoft, LLC
- Study coordinator: Kale, Kaustubh
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.