How vision problems affect dementia in stroke survivors
Official title: Influence of Vision Impairments on Dementia in Stroke Survivors: A Longitudinal Analysis
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11058379 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how vision problems might affect the chances of developing dementia in people who have had a stroke, and it aims to help improve care for those dealing with both vision and memory issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | April 7, 2023 |
| Project end | April 6, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $122,611 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HD106010-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11058379 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are stroke survivors who are also experiencing dementia and have vision impairments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced a stroke or do not have dementia or vision impairments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between vision impairments and dementia in individuals who have survived a stroke. By analyzing data from stroke survivors, the study aims to understand how specific types of vision issues may increase the risk of developing dementia. The research will involve comprehensive training in clinical assessment and research methodologies, allowing for a thorough examination of these interconnected health challenges. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved care strategies for those experiencing both vision and cognitive impairments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of dementia in stroke survivors with vision impairments.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically linking vision impairments to dementia in stroke survivors, similar studies have shown promising results in understanding the broader impacts of sensory deficits on cognitive health.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hreha, Kimberly Patrice — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Hreha, Kimberly Patrice
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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.