Improving decision-making for vascular access in hemodialysis patients
Official title: Improving the patient experience of hemodialysis vascular access decision making
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10913417 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make it easier for people with end-stage kidney disease who need hemodialysis to choose the best type of access for their treatment by creating a helpful guide that shows the possible outcomes of different options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $314,566 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK129810-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10913417 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients with end-stage kidney disease who are undergoing or are about to begin hemodialysis treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing hemodialysis or those with early-stage kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the experience of patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) who require hemodialysis by improving how they and their healthcare providers make decisions about vascular access options. It will develop an interactive, evidence-based guide that presents the likely outcomes of different vascular access types, such as arteriovenous fistulas and grafts. By linking extensive data from multiple sources, the project will create prognostic models to help predict short and long-term outcomes, ensuring that patients receive personalized and informed care during their treatment planning.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-informed decisions for patients regarding their vascular access options, potentially improving their overall treatment outcomes and satisfaction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using data-driven approaches to improve patient decision-making in healthcare, suggesting that this methodology could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woo, Karen — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Woo, Karen
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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.