Assessing the risk of rupture in abdominal aortic aneurysms using a new analysis method
A NONLINEAR MEMBRANE BASED ANALYSIS FOR ESTIMATING THE RUPTURE POTENTIAL OF ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSMS
This study is testing a new way to help doctors understand the risk of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) getting worse or rupturing, so they can better care for patients like you by predicting how quickly the aneurysm might grow.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas San Antonio NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913487 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel method to evaluate the risk of rupture in abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) without relying on traditional finite element analysis. By utilizing a nonlinear membrane-based analysis, the study aims to quantify a rupture potential index (RPI) that can predict the growth rates of AAAs. Patients with AAAs will be monitored, and their individual RPI will be calculated to assess their risk more accurately. This approach seeks to improve the management and treatment of patients with AAAs by providing better risk assessments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with abdominal aortic aneurysms who are under active surveillance.
Not a fit: Patients without abdominal aortic aneurysms or those who are not under surveillance for this condition may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate predictions of AAA rupture risk, allowing for timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach is innovative, similar methodologies in biomechanics have shown promise in other areas, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
San Antonio, United States
- University of Texas San Antonio — San Antonio, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Finol, Ender a — University of Texas San Antonio
- Study coordinator: Finol, Ender a
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.