Predictors of QTVI, A Marker of Sudden Cardiac Death: Sleep Heart Health Study

Case ID:
C16381

Unmet Need

Sudden cardiac death is the leading cause of mortality in patients with chronic heart failure. However, there isn’t a standard method of assessing risk for SCDs, which is necessary for early prevention (e.g. through the implantation of a cardioverter defibrillator).

 

Technology Overview

The QT Variability index, measured through an electrocardiogram, is a predictor of sudden cardiac deaths. The invention is the novel use of certain respiratory measures and drug combinations to predict high QTVI, which indicates a high risk of cardiovascular events and can be used to predict risk of SCD in a clinical setting.

 

Stage of Development

Proof of Concept. The initial results need to be expanded in order to validate the QTVI as a regular screening tool in clinic.

 

Publications

N/A


 

Patent Information:
Inventors:
Category(s):
Get custom alerts for techs in these categories/from these inventors:
For Information, Contact:
Mohit Ganguly
mgangul1@jh.edu
410-614-0300
Save This Technology:
2017 - 2022 © Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures. All Rights Reserved. Powered by Inteum