Changes in blood vessel and nerve function in women with PTSD
Official title: Longitudinal changes in vascular and autonomic function in premenopausal women with PTSD
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10950226 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how PTSD affects heart and nerve health in women who haven't gone through menopause, to help us understand why they might be at higher risk for heart problems over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $106,636 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HL174817-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10950226 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are premenopausal women diagnosed with PTSD.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not premenopausal or do not have a diagnosis of PTSD may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects blood vessel and nerve function in premenopausal women over time. By examining the long-term impacts of PTSD on cardiovascular health, the study aims to identify the mechanisms that increase the risk of heart disease in this population. Participants will undergo assessments to monitor changes in vascular and autonomic function, contributing to a better understanding of how chronic stress influences women's health. The findings could lead to targeted interventions to improve cardiovascular outcomes for women with PTSD.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing heart disease in women suffering from PTSD.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding the relationship between PTSD and cardiovascular health can lead to significant advancements in treatment strategies.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fonkoue, Ida Tchuisseu — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Fonkoue, Ida Tchuisseu
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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.