Improving coronary artery bypass surgery with advanced imaging techniques
Comprehensive CT Guided Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
This study is looking to improve heart surgery for people with blocked arteries by using advanced imaging techniques to better understand their unique heart conditions, helping doctors make more personalized decisions to ensure better recovery and fewer ongoing symptoms after surgery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10599842 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the outcomes of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery by integrating advanced imaging techniques that assess both the anatomical and functional aspects of coronary artery disease. It focuses on developing high-resolution imaging tools to better understand how blood flow can be restored in patients with coronary artery disease. By utilizing computational simulations based on individual patient anatomy, the research seeks to personalize surgical decisions and optimize the effectiveness of CABG procedures. This approach aims to reduce the number of patients who remain symptomatic after surgery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with coronary artery disease who are considering or scheduled for coronary artery bypass graft surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with non-coronary related heart conditions or those who are not candidates for CABG surgery may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved surgical outcomes and reduced symptoms for patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using functional imaging and flow simulations in CABG have shown promising results, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements in patient care.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nieman, Koen — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Nieman, Koen
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.