Improving predictions for preventing complications after surgery
Official title: Personalized Risk Prediction for Prevention and Early Detection of Postoperative Failure to Rescue
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10913608 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help hospitals better predict and prevent serious problems after surgery, especially for patients who might be at higher risk, so they can provide safer care and improve recovery for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $526,149 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EB035028-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10913608 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include patients scheduled for major surgical procedures, particularly those with existing health conditions that may increase their risk of complications.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are undergoing minor surgical procedures or those with stable health conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the ability to predict and prevent complications that can arise after surgery, particularly in patients who may be at higher risk. By utilizing advanced health information technologies, the project aims to identify patients who are more likely to experience severe postoperative issues and develop strategies to improve their care. The goal is to reduce the rates of postoperative mortality and complications by ensuring that hospitals are better equipped to manage these risks effectively. This approach is especially relevant for patients undergoing major surgeries in various healthcare settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved survival rates and better outcomes for patients undergoing surgery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that leveraging health information technologies can significantly improve patient outcomes in surgical settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cannesson, Maxime — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Cannesson, Maxime
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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.