Investigating heart conditions in children and adults at Boston Children's Hospital
Official title: Pediatric Heart Network Clinical Research Centers - Boston Children's Hospital
Funded at Boston Children's Hospital · NIH-11004971 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to treat heart conditions in both kids and adults, and it's for anyone who has a heart issue and wants to help improve future care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $448,031 |
| NIH project number | 5UM1HL172702-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004971 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include children and adults with congenital heart defects or other cardiovascular issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cardiovascular conditions or those who do not meet the specific eligibility criteria for the studies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and improving treatments for heart conditions affecting both children and adults. The Heart Center at Boston Children's Hospital conducts a variety of clinical activities, including open-heart surgeries, catheterizations, and advanced imaging techniques like echocardiograms and MRIs. By participating in multicenter studies, the team aims to gather extensive data that can lead to better management and outcomes for patients with congenital and acquired heart diseases. Patients may be involved in various trials and studies that assess new treatment methods and technologies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and outcomes for patients with heart conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in similar areas has shown promising results, indicating that multicenter studies can effectively advance treatment options for heart conditions.
Where this research is happening
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: De Ferranti, Sarah D — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: De Ferranti, Sarah D
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.