Creating a tool to help women with kidney disease make reproductive health decisions
Developing a decision aid for reproductive health for women with kidney disease
This study is creating a helpful tool for women with chronic kidney disease to better understand their reproductive health and make informed choices about pregnancy, so they can have meaningful conversations with their doctors about the risks and benefits involved.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10846602 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a decision aid specifically designed for women with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to enhance their understanding and decision-making regarding reproductive health and pregnancy. The project aims to identify the unique information needs of these women and their healthcare providers, and to create a user-friendly tool that facilitates informed discussions about the risks and benefits associated with pregnancy in the context of CKD. By pilot testing this decision aid, the research seeks to ensure it meets the needs of patients and is effective in improving their healthcare experiences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women of childbearing age who are living with chronic kidney disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not women or those who do not have chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower women with kidney disease to make informed choices about their reproductive health, potentially leading to better health outcomes for both mothers and their children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that decision aids can significantly improve patient understanding and satisfaction in various health contexts, suggesting a promising potential for this approach in reproductive health for women with CKD.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oliverio, Andrea L — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Oliverio, Andrea L
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.