Preventing and treating heart disease in patients with chronic kidney disease.
Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: Patient-Oriented Research and Mentoring
This study is looking at how heart disease impacts people with chronic kidney disease and aims to find better ways to prevent and treat heart problems for these patients, while also helping new researchers learn about this important area.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055312 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how cardiovascular disease affects patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and aims to develop better prevention and treatment strategies. It addresses the unique challenges faced by CKD patients, as they are at a higher risk for heart disease compared to the general population. The project will involve training and mentoring junior researchers to explore the safety and effectiveness of cardiovascular therapies in CKD patients. By analyzing data and conducting clinical investigations, the research seeks to fill critical gaps in current medical guidelines.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic kidney disease who are at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients without chronic kidney disease or those with stable cardiovascular health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved heart disease prevention and treatment options specifically tailored for patients with chronic kidney disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted approaches to cardiovascular disease in CKD patients can lead to meaningful improvements in patient outcomes, indicating that this research builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grams, Morgan Erika — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Grams, Morgan Erika
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.