Improving heart health for people with chronic kidney disease
MENTORED PATIENT-ORIENTED RESEARCH TOWARDS OPTIMIZING CARDIOVASCULAR OUTCOMES IN CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE
This study is looking at how to improve heart health for people with chronic kidney disease, and it aims to help young researchers learn while finding better ways to manage both kidney and heart health for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10863911 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cardiovascular health outcomes for individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Led by Dr. Sankar Navaneethan at Baylor College of Medicine, the project aims to mentor young researchers while exploring the connections between kidney disease and heart health. The approach includes epidemiological studies, clinical trials, and systematic reviews to identify barriers and improve treatment strategies. Patients may benefit from new insights into managing their conditions and improving their overall health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older who have chronic kidney disease or are at risk for it.
Not a fit: Patients without chronic kidney disease or those under 65 years of age may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better heart health management for patients with chronic kidney disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in improving cardiovascular outcomes in patients with chronic kidney disease, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Navaneethan, Sankar Dass — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Navaneethan, Sankar Dass
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.