Improving urine output tracking for heart failure patients in hospitals
Transforming Urine Output Tracking in Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients
['FUNDING_R21'] · DUKE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10816682
This study is working on a new toilet sensor that automatically tracks how much urine you produce while you're in the hospital for heart failure, making it easier for doctors to manage your treatment and keep you healthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DUKE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DURHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10816682 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the monitoring of urine output in hospitalized patients with heart failure by developing an automated toilet-based sensor platform. Currently, urine tracking relies on manual collection methods, which can lead to errors and delays in treatment. The new device will provide accurate and timely data on urine output, crucial for managing fluid balance and adjusting diuretic medications. The project builds on previous prototypes and extensive testing to ensure reliability and effectiveness in clinical settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are hospitalized patients diagnosed with heart failure who require careful monitoring of their urine output.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized or those without heart failure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate monitoring of heart failure patients, improving their treatment outcomes and reducing complications.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches in automating patient monitoring have shown promise in other clinical settings, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
DURHAM, UNITED STATES
- DUKE UNIVERSITY — DURHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DAVID, LAWRENCE ANTHONY — DUKE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: DAVID, LAWRENCE ANTHONY
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.