Improving care for patients with chronic graft-versus-host disease through telehealth
Randomized Trial of a Multi-Disciplinary Intervention for Patients with Chronic Grant-Versus-Host Disease
This study is testing a friendly online program called HORIZONS to help people who have had stem cell transplants and are dealing with chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) by teaching them how to better manage their symptoms and improve their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami Coral Gables NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11027340 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a telehealth intervention called HORIZONS designed for survivors of hematopoietic stem cell transplants who are living with chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD). The intervention aims to enhance self-management skills and improve quality of life by providing a multidisciplinary approach that combines medical and psychosocial support. Participants will engage in group-based sessions that address the complex challenges of managing cGVHD, which affects multiple organs and significantly impacts daily living. The study compares this innovative telehealth approach to standard care to evaluate its effectiveness in improving patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who have undergone hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and are experiencing chronic graft-versus-host disease.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone hematopoietic stem cell transplantation or do not have chronic graft-versus-host disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of life and self-management capabilities of patients suffering from chronic graft-versus-host disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research on telehealth interventions specifically for cGVHD, similar multidisciplinary approaches have shown promise in improving outcomes for other chronic conditions.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami Coral Gables — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Traeger, Lara — University of Miami Coral Gables
- Study coordinator: Traeger, Lara
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.