Improving pain treatments and anesthesia safety for children and adults
Analgesic, Anesthetic and Addiction Clinical Trial Translations, Innovations, Opportunities, and Networks and Pediatric Anesthesia Safety Initiative (ACTTION/PASI) (U01)
This study is looking for better and safer ways to manage pain and anesthesia, especially for kids, by finding new strategies to reduce the risks of opioid addiction and improve treatment outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10708076 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the effectiveness and safety of pain management and anesthesia treatments by addressing the public health challenges posed by current limitations in these areas. It focuses on understanding existing interventions and developing new strategies to reduce the risks associated with opioid addiction and anesthesia, particularly in vulnerable populations like children. The project will involve a collaborative approach, bringing together various experts to prioritize and conduct studies that aim to improve treatment outcomes and minimize risks for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals undergoing surgical procedures or those suffering from chronic pain, particularly children and those at risk of opioid addiction.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing surgery or do not have chronic pain conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective pain management and anesthesia options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving pain management and anesthesia safety, indicating that this approach could build on existing knowledge and practices.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dworkin, Robert H — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Dworkin, Robert H
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.