Improving brain temperature measurement for better cooling treatments after trauma.
Improved non-invasive MR brain thermometry for therapeutic hypothermia
This study is looking at better ways to measure brain temperature so that patients recovering from heart attacks, strokes, or brain injuries can get the best cooling treatments to help them heal.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10579242 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the accuracy of brain temperature measurement to improve therapeutic hypothermia treatments for patients recovering from cardiac arrest, stroke, or brain trauma. By utilizing advanced magnetic resonance (MR) thermometry techniques, the study aims to provide more reliable brain temperature readings, which are crucial for optimizing cooling interventions. The goal is to ensure that patients receive the most effective cooling therapy to minimize brain injury and improve recovery outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced cardiac arrest, stroke, or significant brain trauma.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing acute brain injuries or those who are not eligible for therapeutic hypothermia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better recovery outcomes for patients suffering from brain injuries by optimizing cooling treatments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using MR thermometry for brain temperature measurement, but this approach is still considered novel in the context of therapeutic hypothermia.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fleischer, Candace C. — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Fleischer, Candace C.
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.