Improving care for children with cancer using technology
Using Information Technology to Improve Outcomes for Children Living with Cancer
This study is testing a new program called SyMon-SAYS that helps kids with cancer keep track of their symptoms between doctor visits, making it easier for them and their families to understand and manage their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10694976 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a program called SyMon-SAYS, which will help monitor and manage symptoms in children with cancer between clinic visits. By providing real-time assessments and graphical reports of symptoms, the program seeks to empower young patients and their families to better understand and manage their condition. The goal is to enhance communication between patients and healthcare providers, improve treatment adherence, and ultimately optimize clinical outcomes. The program is designed to be user-friendly and has shown promise in preliminary studies with pediatric oncology patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are currently receiving outpatient treatment for cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently undergoing treatment for cancer or are over the age of 21 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved symptom management and quality of life for children undergoing cancer treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with similar patient-centered approaches in managing chronic conditions, indicating potential for this novel application in pediatric oncology.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lai, Jin-Shei — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Lai, Jin-Shei
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.