Improving heart disease screening for kidney transplant candidates
Refining repeat screening for coronary artery disease in kidney transplant candidates
This study is looking at how to improve heart disease screening for people with chronic kidney disease who are waiting for a kidney transplant, so that patients get the right tests without unnecessary hassle, especially for those who are older or have diabetes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10836499 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on refining how coronary artery disease is screened in patients with chronic kidney disease who are waiting for kidney transplants. The goal is to personalize the screening process, reducing unnecessary tests that may not provide clear benefits while also considering the unique needs of different patient groups, such as elderly patients with diabetes. By integrating patient-oriented research with decision science, the study aims to enhance the effectiveness of healthcare for these patients and minimize the burden of frequent testing. The research will involve assessing how often cardiac tests should be performed and which patients are at higher risk, ultimately aiming to streamline the screening process.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with chronic kidney disease who are on the waitlist for kidney transplantation, particularly those with additional risk factors like diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic kidney disease or are not awaiting kidney transplantation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient and personalized screening for heart disease, reducing unnecessary procedures and improving the overall care for kidney transplant candidates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in personalizing medical screening processes, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant improvements in patient care.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cheng, Xingxing Shelley — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Cheng, Xingxing Shelley
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.