New methods to predict breathing problems before they worsen

Novel physiomarkers of high-risk labored breathing for advance warning of clinical deterioration

['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA · NIH-11021385

This study is testing a new way to track how hard you're breathing using special wearable sensors, so doctors can get early warnings if your breathing gets worse and help you sooner.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA (nih funded)
Locations1 site (CHARLOTTESVILLE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11021385 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on improving the prediction of respiratory failure by developing a novel method to quantify labored breathing. Using wearable motion sensors, the study aims to capture vital information about breathing patterns that are often overlooked in traditional monitoring. By analyzing these patterns, the researchers hope to provide advance warnings of potential respiratory deterioration, allowing for timely medical interventions. The approach leverages advanced analytics to interpret the data collected from patients in real-world settings.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 years old who are at risk of respiratory failure or have experienced labored breathing.

Not a fit: Patients with stable respiratory conditions or those who do not exhibit labored breathing may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier detection of respiratory issues, potentially saving lives and reducing healthcare costs.

How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using wearable sensors for respiratory monitoring is innovative, similar methodologies have shown promise in other areas of health monitoring.

Where this research is happening

CHARLOTTESVILLE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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