Understanding outcomes and care needs after severe brain injuries
Comprehensive Outcome Assessment after Severe Acute Brain Injury: Advanced Symptoms and End-of-Life Care Needs
This study is looking at how people who have had serious brain injuries, like strokes or heart attacks, are doing in their final weeks of life and how we can make their care better, while also understanding how this affects their family members who are helping them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11085958 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the outcomes and care needs of patients who have experienced severe acute vascular brain injuries, such as strokes or cardiac arrests. It aims to gather comprehensive data on the symptoms these patients face over time, particularly in the last weeks of life, and how their care transitions can be improved. The study also focuses on the psychological impact on family members who act as caregivers and decision-makers. By addressing these aspects, the research seeks to enhance the quality of care and support for both patients and their families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have suffered from severe acute vascular brain injuries, such as ischemic strokes or cardiac arrests.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic conditions unrelated to acute brain injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care strategies and support systems for patients with severe brain injuries and their families.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been significant research on palliative care in other serious illnesses, this approach to severe acute vascular brain injuries is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Creutzfeldt, Claire Johanna — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Creutzfeldt, Claire Johanna
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.