Investigating kidney injury in patients with acute heart failure
Official title: Kidney Injury in Patients with Acute Decompensated Heart Failure
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10835916 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how kidney problems happen in people with heart failure and aims to find new ways to spot these issues quickly, so doctors can make better treatment choices and help patients feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2020 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $598,725 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK121800-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10835916 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure who may also be experiencing kidney injury.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with stable heart failure who are not experiencing acute decompensation or kidney injury may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how kidney injury occurs in patients experiencing acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). It aims to identify new markers of kidney injury that can provide real-time insights into a patient's condition, which may improve treatment decisions and outcomes. The study will analyze various factors contributing to kidney damage during heart failure episodes, including changes in blood flow and hormonal responses. By enhancing the understanding of kidney function in this context, the research seeks to develop better management strategies for affected patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment protocols for patients with acute heart failure, potentially reducing hospitalizations and enhancing recovery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that novel biomarkers can provide better insights into kidney function during acute heart failure, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bansal, Nisha — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Bansal, Nisha
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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.