New funding for smart tech to boost cardiac care at home
Backed by a €5.3 million grant, researchers aim to reduce hospital admissions and improve patient outcomes using non invasime monitoring.
Published on November 29, 2024
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A new research project, CardiacCare@Home, is set to transform heart failure treatment using smart technology. Backed by a €5.3 million grant, researchers aim to reduce hospital admissions and improve patient outcomes. With 240,000 heart failure patients in the Netherlands costing €800 million annually in healthcare, the project seeks to detect early signs of deterioration, enabling quicker treatment adjustments. Led by Radboudumc's Professor Dick Thijssen, this collaborative effort involves multiple institutions and focuses on non-invasive home monitoring, AI-driven data analysis, and personalized lifestyle guidance. The initiative promises to enhance patients' quality of life, alleviate hospital staff workload, and significantly cut healthcare costs, marking a new era in cardiac care.
The CardiacCare@Home project is a collaborative initiative involving various institutions, such as Erasmus Medical Center, Eindhoven University of Technology, and the University of Twente. The Dutch Research Council (NWO) Perspectief program, funded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, supports this consortium. The program is designed to encourage cooperation between academic institutions, businesses, and organizations, aiming for societal and economic impacts.
Non-invasive monitoring and AI
One of the project's key innovations is the development of non-invasive monitoring techniques. These methods allow for continuous assessment of heart function from the comfort of patients' homes. By employing AI-driven data analysis, researchers can detect subtle changes in heart function before symptoms become apparent. Early detection enables healthcare providers to adjust treatments swiftly, potentially preventing hospital admissions. This proactive approach is expected to significantly reduce the strain on healthcare systems and improve patient outcomes.
In addition to technological advancements, the CardiacCare@Home project emphasizes lifestyle modifications as a core component of treatment. Patients will receive personalized guidance to enhance their physical activity and adapt their lifestyles. The research team recognizes that effective lifestyle changes can improve heart failure patients' health outcomes. The initiative aims to empower patients to take charge of their health and improve their quality of life by providing support and resources.
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