A new heart valve graft for children with congenital heart disease
Pulmonary Valved Graft with Regeneration Potential for Pediatric Patients
This study is looking at a new type of heart valve that can grow with kids who have heart defects, aiming to make their surgeries safer and help them heal better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Annoviant, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Alpharetta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11060870 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a pulmonary valved graft that has the potential to regenerate for pediatric patients suffering from congenital heart diseases (CHD). The approach involves using innovative materials that can improve blood flow and reduce complications associated with traditional grafts. By studying the effectiveness of these grafts in a controlled setting, the research aims to provide a safer and more effective solution for children with heart defects. Patients may be monitored for their recovery and the long-term performance of the grafts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric patients diagnosed with congenital heart diseases that require surgical intervention.
Not a fit: Patients with congenital heart diseases who are not candidates for surgical intervention or those with other unrelated health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved surgical outcomes and quality of life for children with congenital heart defects.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using innovative graft materials for heart surgeries, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Alpharetta, United States
- Annoviant, INC — Alpharetta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Houde, Ajay — Annoviant, INC
- Study coordinator: Houde, Ajay
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.