Investigating liver disease in adults with HIV
Ancillary Studies of NAFLD and NASH in HIV infected Adults
This study is looking at liver health in adults with HIV to see how common fatty liver disease is and what might cause it, so if you join, you'll help us learn more about this important issue while getting some health checks done.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10771937 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) specifically in adults living with HIV. It aims to identify the prevalence of liver conditions in this population and explore both genetic and non-genetic risk factors contributing to these diseases. Participants will undergo various assessments, including liver function tests and imaging, and contribute to a biobank for future studies. The findings could help fill significant knowledge gaps regarding liver health in HIV-infected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults living with HIV who may be at risk for liver disease.
Not a fit: Patients without HIV or those who do not have liver disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment strategies for liver disease in HIV-infected adults.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been significant research on liver disease in the general population, this specific focus on HIV-infected individuals is relatively novel and addresses a critical gap.
Where this research is happening
Indianapolis, United States
- Indiana University Indianapolis — Indianapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chalasani, Naga P — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Chalasani, Naga P
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.