Using wearable sensors to monitor heart failure and improve patient outcomes
Continuous Wearable Monitoring Analytics to Improve Outcomes in Heart Failure - LINK-HF2 multicenter implementation study
This study is testing a new way to help people with heart failure by using wearable sensors that monitor their health from home, so doctors can catch any problems early and keep them out of the hospital, while also checking how comfortable patients and their doctors are with this technology.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10975956 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing non-invasive remote monitoring for patients with heart failure using wearable sensors at five VA medical centers. The approach involves collecting physiological data to detect early signs of heart failure exacerbation, which can lead to timely interventions and potentially reduce hospital readmissions. The study will also assess how patients and healthcare providers feel about using this technology to manage heart failure treatment. By integrating this monitoring system with electronic health records, the research aims to streamline clinical responses to alerts generated by the wearable devices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic heart failure who are receiving care at participating VA medical centers.
Not a fit: Patients with acute heart failure or those not receiving care at the participating VA medical centers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce hospital readmissions for heart failure patients and improve their overall management and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using wearable technology for monitoring chronic conditions, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stehlik, Josef — VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Stehlik, Josef
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.