Improving outpatient management for low-risk pulmonary embolism patients
Michigan Emergency Department Improvement Collaborative AltERnaTives to admission for Pulmonary Embolism (MEDIC ALERT PE) Study
This study is looking at ways to help doctors in emergency rooms safely send home patients with low-risk pulmonary embolism instead of keeping them in the hospital, making sure they have the right medications and follow-up care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11017732 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of patients with acute pulmonary embolism (PE) who are at low risk for complications. It aims to develop and evaluate a multi-component intervention that encourages emergency department clinicians to discharge these patients for outpatient care instead of hospital admission. The study will address barriers such as access to anticoagulant medications and follow-up care, while also considering the decision-making processes of busy clinicians. By utilizing a diverse network of emergency departments in Michigan, the research seeks to create a scalable model for outpatient management of low-risk PE patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with acute pulmonary embolism who are assessed to be at low risk for morbidity and mortality.
Not a fit: Patients with high-risk pulmonary embolism or those requiring immediate hospitalization will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce unnecessary hospital admissions for low-risk pulmonary embolism patients, leading to better patient outcomes and more efficient use of healthcare resources.
How similar studies have performed: Previous efforts to manage low-risk pulmonary embolism patients outside of hospital settings have shown limited success, making this approach novel and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barnes, Geoffrey Douglas — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Barnes, Geoffrey Douglas
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.