Predicting the risk of endometriosis and its long-term health effects
Integrative risk modeling for early prediction of endometriosis and its long-term health outcomes
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA · NIH-11053494
This study is looking for ways to help women, especially those at higher risk, find out if they might develop endometriosis in the future, using simple tests that consider their genes and other factors, so they can get diagnosed earlier and receive better care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11053494 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop effective and non-invasive tools to predict the risk of developing endometriosis in women, particularly those who are at higher risk due to genetic and environmental factors. By integrating various risk factors, including genomic markers and inflammatory indicators, the project seeks to identify patients who may develop endometriosis and its associated long-term health outcomes. The goal is to enable earlier diagnosis and preventive measures, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes. The research will involve creating models that assess individual risk profiles based on clinical manifestations and other relevant data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include women of childbearing age who are experiencing symptoms suggestive of endometriosis or have a family history of the condition.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for endometriosis or those who have already been diagnosed and treated may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and better management of endometriosis, reducing the time to treatment and improving long-term health outcomes for affected women.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using integrative risk models for predicting various health conditions, suggesting that this approach could be effective for endometriosis as well.
Where this research is happening
PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA — PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VERMA, SHEFALI SETIA — UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
- Study coordinator: VERMA, SHEFALI SETIA
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.
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