Using light to control nerve activity for treating heart rhythm problems in heart failure patients
Optogenetic silencing to achieve antiarrhythmic effect of renal denervation in chronic heart failure
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10914944
This study is looking at a new way to help people with chronic heart failure by using light to calm down certain nerves in the kidneys, which could help prevent dangerous heart rhythms.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (OMAHA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10914944 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how optogenetic techniques can be used to silence specific nerve activity in the kidneys to reduce dangerous heart rhythms in patients with chronic heart failure. The study focuses on understanding the role of inflammation and nerve activation in the heart's electrical system, particularly how renal denervation can be optimized to prevent complications. By targeting specific neurons involved in heart rhythm regulation, the researchers aim to develop a safer and more effective treatment for ventricular arrhythmias.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic heart failure who experience ventricular arrhythmias.
Not a fit: Patients without chronic heart failure or those who do not experience arrhythmias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new treatment that significantly reduces the risk of life-threatening heart rhythms in chronic heart failure patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of renal denervation has been explored, this specific approach using optogenetics is novel and has not been extensively tested in human subjects.
Where this research is happening
OMAHA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER — OMAHA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LI, YU-LONG — UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: LI, YU-LONG
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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