Identifying the causes of heart muscle disease using advanced imaging techniques
Official title: A Myocardial Approach to Identify the Cause of Cardiomyopathy
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10983492 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the reasons behind cardiomyopathy, a heart muscle condition, using special heart scans to get a clearer picture of what's happening in the heart, which could help doctors better understand and treat patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $116,250 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HL172296-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983492 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with cardiomyopathy who are undergoing cardiac magnetic resonance imaging.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with cardiomyopathy who are not eligible for cardiac magnetic resonance imaging may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the causes of cardiomyopathy, a condition affecting the heart muscle, by utilizing advanced cardiac magnetic resonance imaging. Unlike traditional methods that may misidentify the cause, this approach aims to directly visualize abnormalities in the heart tissue. By analyzing a large group of patients who have undergone this imaging for clinical reasons, the study seeks to provide new insights into the underlying causes of cardiomyopathy and improve predictions of long-term health outcomes. The findings could lead to better diagnostic practices and treatment strategies for patients with this condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and improved treatment options for patients with cardiomyopathy.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques to improve the understanding and diagnosis of heart conditions, suggesting that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shenoy, Chetan N — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Shenoy, Chetan N
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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.