Improving blood vessel function after trauma to prevent severe lung and organ problems
Restoring Endothelial Function After Traumatic Injury to Reduce ARDS and Multi-Organ Dysfunction
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER · NIH-10920493
This study is looking at how giving a protein called fibrinogen to trauma patients early on can help their blood vessels heal better, which might prevent serious problems like breathing issues and help them recover faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10920493 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how restoring the function of blood vessels can help prevent serious complications like Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and multi-organ dysfunction in trauma patients. The approach focuses on using fibrinogen, a protein that helps with blood clotting, to improve the integrity of blood vessel linings after traumatic injuries. By administering fibrinogen early in treatment, the study aims to enhance blood flow and reduce inflammation, potentially leading to better recovery outcomes for critically injured individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are critically ill trauma patients who are at risk of developing complications like ARDS due to endothelial dysfunction.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced trauma or those with pre-existing severe lung or organ conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of ARDS and improve survival rates for trauma patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with fibrinogen in animal models, but this approach is still being tested in human patients.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER — Aurora, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DOUIN, DAVID J. — UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
- Study coordinator: DOUIN, DAVID J.
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.
Conditions: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome