Monitoring brain pressure using non-invasive carotid artery measurements
Official title: Non-Invasive Carotid Artery Measurements for Continuous Intracranial Pressure Monitoring
Funded at University of California-Irvine · NIH-11076325 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, safe way to keep an eye on brain pressure by looking at blood pressure from the neck, which could help patients recovering from brain injuries without the risks of traditional methods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $41,165 |
| NIH project number | 5F30HL167584-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11076325 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include critically ill neurologic patients, particularly those with a history of traumatic brain injury or elevated intracranial pressure.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not critically ill or do not have conditions affecting intracranial pressure may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a non-invasive system for continuously monitoring intracranial pressure (ICP) by analyzing the blood pressure waveforms from the carotid artery. The approach seeks to eliminate the risks associated with traditional invasive ICP monitoring methods, which can lead to complications such as hemorrhage and infection. By correlating carotid artery blood pressure with ICP, the study hopes to provide a safer alternative for patients at risk of elevated brain pressure, particularly those recovering from traumatic brain injuries. The methodology involves advanced sensor technology to capture and analyze these vital signals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a safer, non-invasive method for monitoring intracranial pressure, improving patient outcomes in critical care settings.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promise in using carotid artery waveforms to estimate intracranial pressure, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of California-Irvine
Irvine, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Abiri, Arash — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Abiri, Arash
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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.