Understanding how fragmented care affects patients with acute respiratory failure

Characterizing the Impact of Fragmented Care in Acute Respiratory Failure

NIH-funded research University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10881744

This study looks at how getting care from different doctors can affect patients with acute respiratory failure, aiming to find ways to improve their treatment and help them recover better after hospital stays.

Quick facts

Grant typeCareer grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10881744 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the impact of fragmented care on patients suffering from acute respiratory failure, a condition that leads to significant hospitalizations and mortality. The study aims to analyze how discontinuous care from multiple physicians influences patient outcomes during and after hospitalization. By utilizing advanced observational research methods and novel data sources, the research will identify specific complications associated with fragmented care and explore protective features of inpatient care that can enhance patient safety. The ultimate goal is to improve the organization and delivery of critical care for better survival rates.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are experiencing acute respiratory failure.

Not a fit: Patients with chronic respiratory conditions who are not currently experiencing acute respiratory failure may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies that enhance survival rates for patients with acute respiratory failure.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that improving care organization can significantly impact patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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