Improving kidney stone treatment for children
Personalizing Outcomes of Nephrolithiasis in Youth (PONY)
This study is all about finding better ways to help kids with kidney stones feel better and get the right treatment, while also supporting new researchers who want to make a difference in this area.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hosp of Philadelphia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11159839 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding and management of kidney stone disease in children, which is becoming more common. By collaborating with various experts and utilizing existing data resources, the project aims to identify effective treatment strategies tailored to the unique needs of young patients. The initiative also seeks to support early-stage researchers in the field, fostering innovation and improving care for pediatric patients suffering from this painful condition.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have been diagnosed with kidney stone disease.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those without a diagnosis of kidney stone disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for children with kidney stones, reducing pain and recurrence.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving outcomes for pediatric kidney stone disease, indicating that this approach could build on existing knowledge.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Children's Hosp of Philadelphia — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tasian, Gregory Edward — Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
- Study coordinator: Tasian, Gregory Edward
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.