Investigating blood flow changes in glaucoma
Blood flow and hemodynamics in glaucoma
This study is looking at how blood flow changes in the eyes of people with glaucoma, which could help us find better ways to catch the disease early and protect your vision.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Legacy Emanuel Hospital and Health Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10701693 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how blood flow and hemodynamics are altered in patients with glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness. The study will utilize advanced technologies to measure blood flow in the optic nerve head and retina at various stages of the disease. By examining these changes, researchers aim to determine whether they contribute to retinal ganglion cell damage or are a result of it. This could lead to better diagnostic methods for identifying glaucoma in its early stages.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with glaucoma or those identified as glaucoma suspects.
Not a fit: Patients with other unrelated eye conditions or those without any signs of glaucoma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic techniques and treatments for glaucoma, potentially preserving vision in affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding blood flow dynamics in glaucoma, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Portland, UNITED STATES
- Legacy Emanuel Hospital and Health Center — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gardiner, Stuart — Legacy Emanuel Hospital and Health Center
- Study coordinator: Gardiner, Stuart
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.