Measuring eye inflammation in children with anterior uveitis
Official title: Objective Measures of Intraocular Inflammation in Pediatric Anterior Uveitis
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10893642 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on better ways to diagnose and track eye inflammation in kids, making it easier for doctors to help them feel better, even if the kids have trouble with regular eye exams.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $246,583 |
| NIH project number | 5K23EY032990-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10893642 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children diagnosed with anterior uveitis who require regular monitoring of their eye condition.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other forms of eye inflammation or those who are not children may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the diagnosis and monitoring of anterior uveitis, a common eye inflammation in children. It aims to develop objective measures for assessing inflammation, which can be challenging in young patients who may not cooperate with traditional examination methods. The study will utilize advanced imaging techniques and biostatistical analysis to create a more reliable and quantitative evaluation system. This approach seeks to enhance the care and management of children suffering from this condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and efficient monitoring of eye inflammation in children, potentially preventing vision loss.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using objective measures for assessing inflammation in other conditions, suggesting potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tsui, Edmund — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Tsui, Edmund
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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.