Predicting blood flow outcomes in patients with borderline left ventricles
Personalized Computational Modeling for Predicting Hemodynamics in Borderline Left Ventricles
['FUNDING_R21'] · COLUMBIA UNIV NEW YORK MORNINGSIDE · NIH-10989372
This study is working on creating personalized models to help doctors predict how blood flows in patients with underdeveloped left ventricles, so they can better decide which heart surgery might work best for each person and improve their recovery.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | COLUMBIA UNIV NEW YORK MORNINGSIDE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10989372 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing personalized computational models to predict blood flow dynamics in patients with borderline left ventricles, a condition where the left ventricle is underdeveloped. By utilizing advanced Bayesian statistical methods, the study aims to improve decision-making regarding surgical options, such as biventricular repair or single ventricle palliation. The goal is to identify which patients are more likely to benefit from specific surgical interventions, thereby enhancing postoperative outcomes. This approach seeks to address the current limitations in clinical guidelines that rely heavily on morphological measurements and existing hemodynamic data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are neonates and young adults diagnosed with borderline left ventricle conditions who are facing decisions about surgical interventions.
Not a fit: Patients with fully developed left ventricles or those who do not have borderline left ventricle conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more tailored surgical interventions for patients with borderline left ventricles, improving their long-term health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on surgical outcomes for similar cardiac conditions, this specific computational modeling approach is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- COLUMBIA UNIV NEW YORK MORNINGSIDE — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VEDULA, VIJAY — COLUMBIA UNIV NEW YORK MORNINGSIDE
- Study coordinator: VEDULA, VIJAY
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.
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