Non-invasive imaging technique for mapping heart rhythm issues
Precision imaging of electromechanical coupling for non-invasive cardiac arrhythmia mapping
This study is testing a new, safe imaging method called Electromechanical Wave Imaging that uses ultrasound to create a 3D picture of your heart's electrical activity, helping doctors find the cause of heart rhythm problems more easily and without any radiation.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10826976 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new non-invasive imaging technique called Electromechanical Wave Imaging (EWI) to better understand and visualize cardiac arrhythmias. By using ultrasound technology, this method aims to provide a three-dimensional view of the heart's electrical activity, which can help identify the origins of arrhythmias more accurately than traditional methods. The goal is to improve diagnosis and treatment planning for patients experiencing heart rhythm problems without exposing them to radiation or the costs associated with other imaging techniques. This innovative approach could significantly enhance the way physicians assess and manage arrhythmias.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older who are experiencing cardiac arrhythmias.
Not a fit: Patients with stable heart conditions who do not experience arrhythmias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and safer diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise with non-invasive imaging techniques for cardiac conditions, but this specific approach using EWI is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wan, Elaine Y — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Wan, Elaine Y
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.