How social factors affect recovery and care for patients with severe heart failure
Impact of social determinants of health on post-hospitalization outcomes and goal-concordant care in patients with advanced heart failure
This study looks at how things like money and race affect how well people with advanced heart failure recover and what kind of care they prefer, especially focusing on why Black patients often have tougher experiences after being hospitalized.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgetown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10789357 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how social determinants of health, such as economic conditions and racial disparities, impact the recovery and care preferences of patients with advanced heart failure. It focuses on understanding why certain groups, particularly Black patients, experience worse outcomes after hospitalization for heart failure. By analyzing a diverse group of patients, the study aims to identify specific social factors that contribute to higher rates of readmission and mortality. The findings could help tailor care strategies that align with patients' goals and improve their overall health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been hospitalized for advanced heart failure, particularly those from diverse racial backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage heart failure or those who do not have significant social determinants affecting their health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies that better meet the needs of patients with advanced heart failure, potentially reducing hospital readmissions and improving quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can lead to improved outcomes in various patient populations, suggesting that this approach may be effective for heart failure patients as well.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Georgetown University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Kelley — Georgetown University
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Kelley
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.