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  • Cardiovascular Imaging Research
  • Health Services Research
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cardiovascular diseases remain a leading cause of mortality globally.
  • Advancements in cardiovascular imaging offer significant potential for diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes.
  • Establishing clear research priorities is crucial for efficient resource allocation and impactful scientific advancement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and prioritize national research questions for cardiovascular imaging.
  • To incorporate the perspectives of the public, researchers, and healthcare professionals.
  • To guide future research funding and strategic planning in cardiovascular imaging.

Main Methods:

  • Two interlinked surveys were conducted: a public survey and a modified Delphi exercise with researchers and healthcare professionals.
  • Stakeholders submitted research questions addressing the application of cardiovascular imaging.
  • Prioritization was based on patient impact, potential to reduce health inequalities, and timely implementation in UK healthcare.

Main Results:

  • The public survey highlighted priorities in improving treatment, quality of life, and diagnosis.
  • Top-ranked research questions included ensuring equitable access to cardiovascular imaging and its use in avoiding invasive procedures.
  • General agreement existed on patient impact priorities, with less consensus on implementation feasibility.

Conclusions:

  • National priorities for cardiovascular imaging research have been established through a multi-stakeholder approach.
  • The identified priorities will inform researchers, funders, and organizations involved in planning future cardiovascular imaging research.
  • Incorporating diverse stakeholder views ensures research relevance and potential for real-world impact.