Wireless monitoring of heart pressure using ultrasound technology
Film-like Acoustic Microresonators for Wireless Monitoring of Intracardiac Pressure using Ultrasound
['FUNDING_R21'] · NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY LAS CRUCES · NIH-10558606
This study is exploring a new way to keep track of heart pressure in people with heart failure using tiny, safe devices that work with ultrasound, making it easier and safer to manage heart health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY LAS CRUCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LAS CRUCES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10558606 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new method for monitoring intracardiac pressure in patients with heart failure using wireless ultrasound technology. The approach aims to miniaturize implants by replacing traditional electromagnetic components with flexible, acoustic microresonators, which are smaller and safer. By utilizing ultrasound, the research seeks to create implants that reduce the risk of complications associated with larger, toxic materials found in current devices. The ultimate goal is to improve the management of heart conditions through innovative, minimally invasive technology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients suffering from heart failure or related cardiac conditions requiring continuous pressure monitoring.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cardiac conditions or those who do not require intracardiac pressure monitoring may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective monitoring of heart pressure, significantly improving the management of heart failure.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of ultrasound for monitoring is promising, this specific approach of miniaturizing implants with acoustic microresonators is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in previous studies.
Where this research is happening
LAS CRUCES, UNITED STATES
- NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY LAS CRUCES — LAS CRUCES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ALAIE, SEYEDHAMIDREZA — NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY LAS CRUCES
- Study coordinator: ALAIE, SEYEDHAMIDREZA
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.
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