Evaluating the need for ongoing imaging after aortic aneurysm repair in Veterans
Official title: Surveillance priorities and outcomes for Veterans treated with endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair
Funded at White River Junction VA Medical Center · NIH-10923799 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how often veterans who have had surgery for a bulging blood vessel in the belly should get follow-up scans, especially considering the risks these scans might pose, like kidney problems, particularly for older patients with other health issues, to help figure out when these check-ups might not be needed anymore.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | White River Junction VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (White River Junction, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX003343-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10923799 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are elderly Veterans who have undergone EVAR and are currently receiving annual surveillance imaging.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not undergone EVAR or are younger and healthier may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term surveillance needs of Veterans who have undergone endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR). It focuses on the risks associated with annual imaging, such as acute kidney injury and unnecessary invasive procedures, particularly in elderly patients with multiple health issues. By analyzing the balance between the risks of imaging and the potential for detecting dangerous complications, the study aims to provide clearer guidelines on when surveillance may no longer be beneficial. The approach includes reviewing clinical data and patient outcomes to inform decision-making for ongoing care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for surveillance imaging, reducing unnecessary risks and healthcare costs for Veterans.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in this area, this specific investigation into the trade-offs of imaging for elderly Veterans is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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White River Junction VA Medical Center
White River Junction, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goodney, Philip P — White River Junction VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Goodney, Philip P
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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.