Understanding nighttime blood pressure patterns in children with kidney disease
Investigating the Significance of Nocturnal Blood Pressure Patterns in Children with Chronic Kidney Disease
This study looks at how kids with chronic kidney disease experience changes in their blood pressure at night, hoping to find out what might put them at risk for more serious kidney or heart problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10846855 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how blood pressure patterns during the night affect children with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The study uses ambulatory blood pressure monitoring to gather data on blood pressure changes throughout the day and night. By analyzing this data, the researchers aim to identify risk factors that could lead to more severe kidney issues or cardiovascular problems in these children. The project also focuses on training the principal investigator in advanced research methods and clinical trial design.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 years who have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease.
Not a fit: Patients without chronic kidney disease or those outside the age range of 0-21 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management strategies for blood pressure in children with CKD, potentially reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that monitoring blood pressure patterns can provide valuable insights into cardiovascular risks in adults, suggesting potential success in pediatric populations as well.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bakhoum, Christine — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Bakhoum, Christine
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.