A new way to diagnose heart failure with preserved ejection fraction using advanced imaging techniques.
A Multiscale Computational Model of the Heart for Patient-specific Diagnosis of HFpEF
This study is working on a new way to help doctors better diagnose heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) by using MRI scans to create a personalized model of your heart, which can show how stiff your heart muscle is and help predict how the condition might progress.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10998663 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the diagnosis of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), a condition where patients exhibit heart failure symptoms despite having normal heart function. The approach involves creating a patient-specific computational model that uses non-invasive MRI data to estimate the stiffness of the heart muscle, which is crucial for understanding the condition. By analyzing the heart's biomechanical properties, the research aims to provide a more accurate diagnosis and predict disease progression, potentially leading to better patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with heart failure who have preserved ejection fraction and exhibit symptoms of the condition.
Not a fit: Patients with heart failure who do not have preserved ejection fraction or those with other unrelated cardiac conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely diagnoses of HFpEF, allowing for improved management and treatment of patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for cardiac conditions, suggesting that this novel approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hussein, Tawfik — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Hussein, Tawfik
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.