Improving care for patients with acute kidney injury in the Southeastern US
The Southeastern Acute Kidney Injury (SEAK) Alliance for the COPE-AKI Consortium
This study is all about helping people who have had acute kidney injury (AKI) get better care and support, especially in the Southeastern U.S., by figuring out what makes it hard for them to receive the best treatment and finding ways to improve their follow-up care and education.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909273 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the challenges faced by patients who experience acute kidney injury (AKI), particularly in the Southeastern United States, where the prevalence of kidney disease is high. The project aims to enhance the quality of care for AKI survivors by identifying barriers to optimal treatment and implementing strategies to improve follow-up care. This includes monitoring kidney function, managing risk factors for kidney disease, and providing education to patients and caregivers. By addressing these issues, the research seeks to reduce the long-term complications associated with AKI.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who have experienced acute kidney injury and are seeking better follow-up care and management.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced acute kidney injury or those with advanced chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for patients recovering from acute kidney injury.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions can improve outcomes for patients with acute kidney injury, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Siew, Edward D — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Siew, Edward D
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.