Investigating heart failure with preserved ejection fraction
Mass General Brigham HeartShare Clinical Center
This study is looking at heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) to find better treatments for patients like you, using advanced tests and data to understand the condition more clearly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10893036 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), a condition that affects many patients and is often difficult to treat. The team at Mass General Brigham is utilizing advanced clinical trials and comprehensive assessments, including cardiopulmonary exercise testing and advanced imaging techniques, to better understand HFpEF and identify effective therapeutic interventions. By analyzing data from electronic health records and conducting rigorous clinical trials, the research aims to clarify the best treatment pathways for patients suffering from this condition.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction or those experiencing significant breathlessness.
Not a fit: Patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction or those without any heart failure symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and better management strategies for patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding and treating heart failure, but this specific approach to HFpEF is still being explored and may offer novel insights.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lewis, Gregory Dyer — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Lewis, Gregory Dyer
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.