Understanding how carotid artery disease affects older patients' quality of life
Patient-Centered Outcomes in Carotid Artery Stenosis
This study is looking at how narrowing of the carotid arteries affects older patients, especially in areas like thinking, sleep, and mood, to see if treatments can help improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10976300 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of carotid artery stenosis on older patients, focusing on non-stroke outcomes such as cognitive decline, sleep disturbances, and mood changes. It aims to develop reliable methods for measuring these patient-reported outcomes, which will help determine if treatments like medication or surgery improve these symptoms. Patients diagnosed with carotid artery stenosis will be assessed at multiple time points to track changes in their quality of life and cognitive function over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with carotid artery stenosis, including those who have undergone prior treatments or are newly diagnosed.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have carotid artery stenosis or are under 65 years of age may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies that enhance the quality of life for older patients with carotid artery disease.
How similar studies have performed: While the focus on non-stroke outcomes in carotid artery stenosis is less explored, similar approaches in other vascular conditions have shown promise in improving patient care.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Cali — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Cali
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.