Understanding long-term survival and outcomes in patients with peripheral artery disease.
Peripheral Artery Disease: Long-term Survival & Outcomes Study (PEARLS)
This study is looking at how well different treatments work for people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) over time, especially focusing on veterans, to help improve their health and understand any differences in care based on race and ethnicity.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11127453 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term survival and clinical outcomes of patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD), a condition that significantly impacts mobility and increases the risk of cardiovascular events. By utilizing advanced natural language processing techniques, the study aims to accurately identify PAD patients within the Veterans Health Administration. The research will evaluate the effectiveness of various treatments and explore disparities in care based on race and ethnicity. Ultimately, the goal is to fill critical gaps in knowledge regarding PAD and improve patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with peripheral artery disease, particularly those experiencing significant cardiovascular risks or mobility issues.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of peripheral artery disease or those who are not veterans may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and better management of peripheral artery disease, enhancing the quality of life for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using big data analytics and natural language processing to improve patient identification and outcomes in various medical conditions, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Girotra, Saket — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Girotra, Saket
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.