Understanding worsening heart failure in outpatient settings
Outpatient Worsening Heart Failure in an Integrated Health Care Delivery System: An Innovative Approach to Characterizing a Novel Clinical Entity
This study is looking at how people with worsening heart failure are treated when they visit their doctors instead of being in the hospital, so we can learn more about their experiences and find better ways to help them feel better in their everyday lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10902074 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how worsening heart failure (WHF) is managed in outpatient settings, focusing on the clinical profiles, treatment patterns, and outcomes of patients. It aims to gather real-world data to better understand the epidemiology of WHF and its impact on patients' quality of life. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to improve care strategies and outcomes for patients experiencing WHF outside of hospital settings. The approach includes utilizing electronic health records and other data sources to capture comprehensive information about patient experiences and treatment effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with worsening heart failure who are receiving outpatient care.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently hospitalized for heart failure or those without a diagnosis of heart failure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management strategies for patients with worsening heart failure, enhancing their quality of life and reducing hospital readmissions.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in improving outpatient management of chronic conditions, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ambrosy, Andrew Patrick — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Ambrosy, Andrew Patrick
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.