Investigating heart failure in people living with HIV

Immunologic, Inflammatory, and Clinical contributors to HIV-Related Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)

NIH-funded research Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-10770358

This study is looking at how certain health factors affect heart failure in people with HIV, aiming to improve ways to spot, prevent, and treat this serious condition.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNorthwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, United States)
Project IDNIH-10770358 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to identify the clinical, immunologic, and inflammatory factors that contribute to heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) in individuals living with HIV. By analyzing a large cohort of over 35,000 patients, the study will link heart failure events to biological samples and patient-reported outcomes, providing a comprehensive understanding of the condition. The goal is to enhance screening, prevention, and treatment strategies for HFpEF in this population, addressing a significant health concern with high mortality rates.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who are at risk for or diagnosed with heart failure.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or those without any risk factors for heart failure may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved screening and treatment options for heart failure in people living with HIV.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a higher prevalence of heart failure in individuals with HIV, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights into the condition.

Where this research is happening

Chicago, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions cardiovascular disorderCardiovascular DiseasesdiabetesDiabetes Mellitus
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