Kidney problems in children after heart surgery
Kidney-Associated Diseases after Congenital Heart disease surgery In Children
This study is looking at the long-term health of kids aged 4-8 who have had surgery for congenital heart disease, especially focusing on their kidney health, to find out how these kids can stay healthier as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11056732 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term health risks, particularly kidney-related issues, in children who have undergone surgery for congenital heart disease (CHD). It aims to recruit 350 children aged 4-8 years post-surgery from four U.S. children's hospitals to form a cohort called CHICKADEE. The study will focus on understanding the relationship between CHD, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease (CKD) to identify risk factors and improve long-term health outcomes. By closely monitoring these children, the research seeks to uncover early signs of kidney disease that may develop as they grow.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 4-8 years who have undergone cardiac surgery for congenital heart disease.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had heart surgery or are outside the age range of 4-8 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better monitoring and management strategies for kidney health in children with congenital heart disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that children with congenital heart disease are at increased risk for kidney issues, suggesting that this approach to understanding their health outcomes is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parikh, Chirag R — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Parikh, Chirag R
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.