Exploring how stress imaging affects older adults with heart disease
Re-thinking the Role of Stress Imaging for Symptomatic Older Adults with Stable Coronary Artery Disease
This study is looking at how stress nuclear imaging can help older adults with stable coronary artery disease and how it affects the choices made by patients, their families, and doctors about treatment, especially considering the unique challenges older adults may face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906976 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of stress nuclear imaging in older adults who have stable coronary artery disease. It aims to understand how these imaging tests impact decision-making for treatment among patients, caregivers, and physicians. The study focuses on the unique challenges faced by older adults, including cognitive and functional impairments, which may affect the benefits they receive from these tests. By gathering insights from multiple stakeholders, the research seeks to improve shared decision-making and optimize treatment strategies for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults over 75 years with symptomatic stable ischemic heart disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 75 or do not have stable ischemic heart disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-informed treatment decisions and improved outcomes for older adults with coronary artery disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving decision-making processes in older adults can enhance treatment outcomes, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Patel, Krishna Kaushik — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Patel, Krishna Kaushik
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.