Improving ultrasound assessment of joint inflammation in children with juvenile arthritis
Official title: Validation of a Novel Ultrasound Score to Improve the Assessment of Joint Inflammation in Children with Juvenile Arthritis
Funded at Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr · NIH-10897029 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve how we check for joint swelling in kids with juvenile arthritis by using a new ultrasound method, which could help doctors create better, personalized treatment plans for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $170,100 |
| NIH project number | 5K23AR081424-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10897029 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have been diagnosed with juvenile arthritis and are actively undergoing follow-up care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with juvenile arthritis who are outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not actively receiving treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the evaluation of joint inflammation in children suffering from juvenile arthritis using a novel ultrasound scoring system. The approach involves training and developing skills in musculoskeletal ultrasound and synovial biopsy techniques to better understand the biological markers associated with the disease. By validating this new scoring system, the research seeks to provide more accurate assessments that can lead to personalized treatment strategies for affected children. The project is led by a pediatric rheumatologist at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, who is focused on improving clinical outcomes through innovative imaging techniques.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more precise assessments of joint inflammation, enabling tailored treatment plans that improve health outcomes for children with juvenile arthritis.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promise in using ultrasound for assessing joint inflammation in juvenile arthritis, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vega Fernandez, Patricia — Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Vega Fernandez, Patricia
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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.