Investigating racial differences in uterine fibroid treatment for women.
Official title: Racial Disparities in Uterine Fibroid Care Pathways
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11080986 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at why Black women with uterine fibroids often face more severe symptoms and higher rates of surgery compared to White women, even when they have access to other treatment options, and it aims to find ways to improve care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $354,485 |
| NIH project number | 5P50HD115356-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11080986 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Black women experiencing uterine fibroids and seeking treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Black women or those without uterine fibroids may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines the disparities in care pathways for uterine fibroids between Black and White women. It focuses on understanding why Black women are more likely to experience severe symptoms and higher rates of hysterectomy despite having access to uterine-sparing treatments. The study will analyze factors such as timely diagnosis, treatment initiation, and community-level characteristics that may contribute to these disparities. By comparing care pathways in various neighborhood settings, the research aims to uncover the underlying reasons for these differences and improve treatment outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and reduced disparities in uterine fibroid care for Black women.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has highlighted racial disparities in healthcare, suggesting that this investigation could build on established findings and potentially lead to significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dalton, Vanessa K. — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Dalton, Vanessa K.
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.