Creating a system to predict respiratory failure after surgery

Development of a predictive model and electronic health record-based probability scoring system and dashboard for postoperative respiratory failure

NIH-funded research University of California at Davis · NIH-10895271

This study is looking at what might cause breathing problems after surgery in adults, so doctors can better predict who might be at risk and help keep patients safe and healthy during their recovery.

Quick facts

Grant typeCareer grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of California at Davis NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Davis, United States)
Project IDNIH-10895271 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to identify factors that contribute to different types of postoperative respiratory failure in adults who have undergone elective surgery. By analyzing data from electronic health records, the team will develop a predictive model and a scoring system that can help healthcare providers assess the risk of respiratory failure in patients. The goal is to improve patient outcomes by preventing this serious complication through better risk assessment and management strategies. Patients will be monitored for various pre- and intra-operative factors that may influence their recovery.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are scheduled for elective surgical procedures.

Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing elective surgeries or those with pre-existing severe respiratory conditions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of postoperative respiratory failure, leading to better recovery outcomes and lower healthcare costs for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using predictive models for postoperative complications, indicating that this approach could be effective.

Where this research is happening

Davis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Acute Respiratory Distress SyndromeAdult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
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