Investigating the impact of social factors on cognitive decline after brain hemorrhage
REACH-EpiVCID
This study is looking at how things like your living situation and community can impact memory and blood pressure in people who have survived a brain bleed, and it will involve 700 participants from different backgrounds to see how these factors play a role over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977171 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how social determinants of health affect cognitive decline and blood pressure management in survivors of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). It aims to identify environmental risk factors that contribute to vascular cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID) following ICH. The study will involve 700 participants from diverse backgrounds, who will be monitored for their blood pressure treatment responses and cognitive health over time. Additionally, genetic analysis will be conducted to explore biological mechanisms linked to these social factors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have survived an intracerebral hemorrhage and are experiencing challenges with blood pressure management or cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced an intracerebral hemorrhage or do not have issues related to blood pressure or cognitive decline may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing blood pressure and cognitive health in ICH survivors, particularly those facing social challenges.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding the relationship between social determinants of health and cognitive outcomes, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Christopher David — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Christopher David
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.