How body composition affects outcomes for lung transplant patients
Official title: The impact of body composition on peri-operative and patient-centered outcomes in lung transplantation.
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10899478 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how body weight and muscle mass affect the health and recovery of people getting a lung transplant, with the goal of helping doctors better care for their patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | August 5, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $418,546 |
| NIH project number | 5U01HL163242-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899478 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are being evaluated for lung transplantation and may have concerns related to their body composition.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not candidates for lung transplantation or those with stable body composition and no risk factors for complications may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between body composition and outcomes for patients undergoing lung transplantation. It focuses on understanding how factors like obesity and sarcopenia influence complications during and after surgery, as well as overall quality of life. The study employs advanced methods such as bioelectrical impedance to assess body composition, aiming to identify patients at higher risk for complications. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to improve patient care and outcomes in lung transplantation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better preoperative assessments and interventions that enhance recovery and quality of life for lung transplant patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that body composition significantly impacts surgical outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Singer, Jonathan Paul — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Singer, Jonathan Paul
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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.