Improving heart failure diagnosis and treatment using advanced imaging techniques
SCMR Mid-Year Meeting Chicago: CMR Phenotyping the Heterogeneic Expression of Heart Failure
This study is all about helping doctors use advanced heart imaging techniques to better understand and treat heart failure, so they can provide better care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10994767 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the use of cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging to better diagnose and treat heart failure. It brings together scientists and clinicians to discuss recent advancements in CMR technology, such as new imaging techniques that can provide detailed insights into heart function and structure. Participants will engage in hands-on sessions and case presentations to learn how to implement these advanced imaging methods in clinical practice, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes in heart failure management.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults diagnosed with heart failure who may benefit from advanced imaging techniques.
Not a fit: Patients with heart failure who are unable to undergo imaging procedures or those with contraindications to CMR may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans for patients with heart failure.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that advancements in imaging techniques can significantly improve the diagnosis and management of heart failure, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kim, Daniel — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Kim, 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.