Understanding the link between atrial cardiomyopathy and stroke risk
Mentoring and Research to ClassifyAtrial Cardiomyopathy
This study is looking at how heart muscle problems and irregular heartbeats can lead to strokes and other heart issues, and it aims to help doctors find better ways to understand and treat these conditions for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10854867 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the relationship between atrial cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation, particularly how these conditions may lead to ischemic stroke and other cardiovascular issues. The principal investigator, Dr. Lin Yee Chen, will mentor junior clinicians and researchers while also enhancing his own skills in machine learning and omics science. The research will utilize data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study to explore these connections further. Patients may benefit from improved understanding and treatment options for atrial conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with atrial fibrillation or those diagnosed with atrial cardiomyopathy.
Not a fit: Patients without any history of atrial conditions or those who do not have cardiovascular risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies and treatments for patients at risk of stroke due to atrial cardiomyopathy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding atrial conditions and their implications for stroke risk, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Lin Yee — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Chen, Lin Yee
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.