Helping kids with chronic kidney disease make better health decisions
Kids CoLab - Supporting collaborative decision making with youth impacted by chronic kidney disease
This study is all about helping kids and teens with chronic kidney disease learn how to make better choices about their health as they move from pediatric to adult care, so they can feel more confident and in control of their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874716 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the transition of pediatric patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to adult care by enhancing their decision-making skills. It aims to empower children and adolescents by involving them in collaborative decision-making processes, allowing them to express their values and preferences regarding their health care. The approach includes developing tools and strategies that support these young patients in managing their condition more effectively as they grow older. By fostering self-management and decision-making abilities, the research seeks to reduce the risks associated with transitioning to adult care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric patients aged 0-21 years who are affected by chronic kidney disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not impacted by chronic kidney disease or who are outside the age range of 0-21 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes and improved quality of life for young patients with chronic kidney disease.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using collaborative decision-making approaches in pediatric care, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this area.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pollack, Ari — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Pollack, Ari
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.