Improving survival rates for cardiac arrest in diverse communities
Official title: Reducing Ethnic-racial Disparities in Cardiac Arrest Survival Outcomes (RED-CASO)
Funded at Saint Luke's Hospital · NIH-11062521 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at what helps people survive a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital, especially focusing on differences among different racial and ethnic groups, to find better ways for emergency services to help everyone, particularly in Black and Hispanic communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Saint Luke's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2022 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $584,045 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL160734-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11062521 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from Black and Hispanic communities who are at risk of experiencing cardiac arrest.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to Black or Hispanic communities may not directly benefit from the specific focus of this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors that contribute to the survival rates of individuals experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), particularly focusing on ethnic-racial disparities. By analyzing data from emergency medical service (EMS) agencies, the project aims to identify successful care processes and community interactions that lead to better outcomes. The study will also explore how top-performing EMS agencies in predominantly Black and Hispanic communities address unique challenges in providing care. Through this comprehensive approach, the research seeks to enhance understanding and improve survival rates for all patients experiencing cardiac arrest.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved survival rates for patients experiencing cardiac arrest, particularly among Black and Hispanic populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions in emergency medical services can improve survival rates, suggesting that this approach may yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
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Saint Luke's Hospital
Kansas City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chan, Paul Sheung-Yan — Saint Luke's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Chan, Paul Sheung-Yan
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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.