Understanding Experiences with Implantable Defibrillators in Older Adults
Prospective Investigation of Palliative and End-of-Life ExpeRiences with ICDs (PIPER-ICD) Study
['FUNDING_R01'] · BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-11137829
This project gathers information from older adults with implanted defibrillators to help improve decisions about their long-term care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11137829 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many older adults receive implanted defibrillators, but there isn't enough information to guide important decisions about these devices later in life. This project will follow 1200 older patients with defibrillators at five different medical centers. We will collect data on their health, quality of life, and device activity over several years. The goal is to better understand their experiences and help personalize future care decisions, especially regarding device replacement or deactivation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are older adults, aged 65 and above, who have an implanted cardioverter-defibrillator.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have an implanted defibrillator or are younger than 65 years old would not directly benefit from this particular project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This work could lead to better guidance for older patients and their families when making important decisions about their implanted defibrillators, potentially reducing painful shocks at the end of life.
How similar studies have performed: While previous work has touched on aspects of ICD care, this project aims to provide novel, longitudinal data specifically for older patients, addressing a gap in current guidelines.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KRAMER, DANIEL BRUCE — BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: KRAMER, DANIEL BRUCE
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.