Investigating kidney health in patients with advanced heart failure using mechanical support devices.
The kidney in advanced heart failure and durable mechanical circulatory support: phenotypes, prediction, and pathophysiology
This study is looking at how kidney problems impact people with severe heart failure who are using devices to help their hearts pump better, and it aims to find better ways to predict and manage kidney health for these patients to improve their overall care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10844557 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how kidney disease affects patients with advanced heart failure who are receiving durable mechanical circulatory support, such as left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). The project aims to develop advanced analytical techniques to analyze complex data related to kidney and heart health. By collaborating across specialties, the research will explore how to better predict and manage kidney issues in these patients, ultimately improving their overall care and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with advanced heart failure who are receiving or are candidates for mechanical circulatory support devices.
Not a fit: Patients without heart failure or those not experiencing kidney issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management strategies for kidney disease in patients with advanced heart failure, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the interplay between kidney and heart health in similar patient populations, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Walther, Carl — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Walther, Carl
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.