Investigating sudden cardiac arrest linked to drug use
Sudden Death Associated with Substance Use
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · NIH-11052438
This study is looking at how and why sudden cardiac arrest happens in people who use drugs, especially during the opioid crisis, to find ways to help them survive and stay healthier.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11052438 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) events that occur in individuals who use drugs, particularly in the context of the ongoing opioid epidemic. By analyzing data from two community-based studies, the research aims to identify factors that contribute to SCA in drug users and develop strategies to improve survival rates. The study will also explore the epidemiology of drug-related SCA to better inform public health measures. Patients may benefit from improved prevention strategies and better understanding of risks associated with drug use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced sudden cardiac arrest related to substance use or are at high risk for such events.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use drugs or have no history of sudden cardiac arrest may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced community-based strategies that significantly improve survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest in drug users.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding the epidemiology of sudden cardiac arrest, but this specific focus on drug-related cases is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NORBY, FAYE — UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
- Study coordinator: NORBY, FAYE
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.