Improving kidney health monitoring for heart failure patients in the hospital
Advanced Kidney Health Monitoring in Persons Hospitalized with Heart Failure
This study is looking for better ways to check kidney health in people who are in the hospital for heart failure, so they can get the right treatment and feel better faster.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northern California Institute/res/edu NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11091474 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the monitoring of kidney health in patients hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure. It aims to develop better tools to assess kidney function beyond the traditional serum creatinine levels, which can be misleading. By utilizing advanced biomarkers, the study seeks to optimize diuretic treatment strategies, improve patient outcomes, and reduce hospital readmissions. The approach involves analyzing kidney tubule health to guide more effective medication dosing and management during hospitalization.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized for heart failure or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment strategies for heart failure patients, improving their recovery and reducing the risk of readmission.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that utilizing advanced biomarkers can improve patient outcomes in similar clinical settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- Northern California Institute/res/edu — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Estrella, Michelle M — Northern California Institute/res/edu
- Study coordinator: Estrella, Michelle M
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.