Personalized blood pressure management for stroke recovery
Precision blood pressure management after endovascular stroke therapy based on real-time autoregulation measurements
This study is looking at how to better manage blood pressure for people who have had an ischemic stroke by using real-time brain measurements to find the best blood pressure levels for each person, helping to prevent further brain injuries.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909211 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a personalized approach to managing blood pressure in patients who have suffered an ischemic stroke. By utilizing real-time measurements of cerebral autoregulation, the study aims to identify optimal blood pressure ranges tailored to individual patients. This method seeks to prevent secondary brain injuries that can occur due to improper blood flow after a stroke. The research employs advanced techniques such as near-infrared spectroscopy to monitor brain blood flow and adjust treatment accordingly.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients who have experienced an ischemic stroke due to large-vessel occlusion.
Not a fit: Patients who have not suffered an ischemic stroke or those with other types of brain injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery outcomes for stroke patients by minimizing secondary brain injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary data suggests that similar approaches using autoregulation-guided blood pressure management have shown promise, indicating potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Petersen, Nils H. — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Petersen, Nils H.
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.