Understanding heart failure with preserved ejection fraction
Wake Forest Atrium HeartShare Clinical Center
['FUNDING_U01'] · WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10890085
This study is looking at heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) to better understand the condition and find new ways to treat it, and it's for anyone affected by HFpEF or interested in learning more about it.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10890085 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), a common and serious condition affecting many individuals in the U.S. The project aims to create a large cohort of HFpEF patients and controls to conduct in-depth analysis and characterization of the disease. By utilizing advanced methodologies, including comprehensive phenotyping, the research seeks to uncover new mechanisms and potential treatment targets for HFpEF. The team at Wake Forest is experienced in recruiting diverse patient populations, ensuring a broad representation in their findings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals diagnosed with Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction.
Not a fit: Patients with other forms of heart failure or those without a diagnosis of heart failure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of effective treatments for HFpEF, improving outcomes for patients suffering from this condition.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research efforts in understanding HFpEF have shown limited success, making this approach both novel and crucial for advancing treatment options.
Where this research is happening
WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES
- WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KITZMAN, DALANE W — WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: KITZMAN, DALANE W
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.