Improving care for patients recovering from severe kidney injury
Cleveland COPE-AKI Clinical Center
This study is looking to improve the care for people who have had kidney problems while in the hospital, making sure they get better support after they leave, so they can avoid serious issues later on.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909056 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care of patients who have experienced acute kidney injury (AKI) during hospitalization. It aims to address the fragmented healthcare that these patients often receive after discharge, which can lead to serious long-term kidney problems. The study will implement a new care pathway that includes intensive monitoring of blood pressure and protein levels, managed by a team of healthcare professionals, including a nurse navigator and nephrologist. By following specific guidelines, the research seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced severe acute kidney injury during hospitalization.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced acute kidney injury or those with stable chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower the risk of long-term kidney complications and improve the quality of life for patients recovering from severe AKI.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that structured follow-up care can improve outcomes for patients with acute kidney injury, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Poggio, Emilio Daniel — Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru
- Study coordinator: Poggio, Emilio Daniel
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.