Non-invasive measurement of heart energy use in heart failure patients
Push-Button Cardiac MRI for Non-Invasive Quantification of Myocardial Energy Consumption in Heart Failure
This study is testing a new, easy way to use MRI to see how much energy your heart uses if you have heart failure, helping doctors find better treatments and keep a closer eye on your heart health without any invasive procedures.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886084 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a push-button cardiac MRI technique to measure how much energy the heart uses in patients with heart failure. By using non-invasive methods, the goal is to provide a safe and repeatable way to assess heart function without the need for invasive procedures. The study aims to identify early changes in cardiac energetics, which can help guide new treatments for heart failure. This approach could significantly improve monitoring and management of heart health in affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with heart failure who require ongoing assessment of their heart function.
Not a fit: Patients without heart failure or those with stable heart conditions that do not require further evaluation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better monitoring and treatment options for patients with heart failure.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in non-invasive techniques for measuring cardiac energetics, but this specific approach is novel.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yang, Hsin-Jung — Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Yang, Hsin-Jung
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.