Using proton MRI to improve diagnosis of pulmonary arterial hypertension
Imaging of pulmonary arterial hypertension with proton MRI
This study is looking at how special MRI techniques can help doctors find early signs of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and track how the condition is changing, which could lead to better treatment options for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10704305 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the diagnosis and monitoring of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) using advanced proton magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques. By identifying specific biomarkers through MRI, the study aims to detect early changes in the pulmonary circulation that indicate disease progression. This approach could lead to better patient stratification for new therapies and improve treatment outcomes. The research will involve evaluating the sensitivity of these MRI-derived biomarkers in patients diagnosed with PAH.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension who are seeking improved diagnostic methods and treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of pulmonary arterial hypertension or those with advanced heart failure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments for patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using MRI techniques for vascular imaging, suggesting that this approach could yield significant advancements in understanding and treating PAH.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hopkins, Susan R — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Hopkins, Susan R
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.