Using PET imaging to detect early heart failure
Official title: Imaging Incipient Heart Failure by PET
Funded at Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-11061186 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way to spot heart failure early by using a special imaging technique that can show changes in the heart's metabolism before serious damage occurs, helping doctors take action sooner to improve your health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | September 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $76,756 |
| NIH project number | 5F32HL168948-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061186 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk for heart failure, including those with existing cardiovascular conditions or metabolic disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with advanced heart failure or those who do not have any risk factors for heart disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the early detection of heart failure, a leading cause of illness and death. It aims to utilize a specific imaging technique called [18F]FPA-PET to visualize metabolic changes in the heart that occur before significant damage happens. By identifying these changes early, the research hopes to enhance patient outcomes through timely intervention. The approach leverages the unique properties of short-chain fatty acids, which are preferentially taken up by the injured heart, allowing for better imaging of potential heart failure.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment of heart failure, improving patient prognosis and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using PET imaging for various cardiac conditions, suggesting that this approach could be effective for early heart failure detection as well.
Where this research is happening
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Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Azcona, Juan Arturo — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Azcona, Juan Arturo
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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.