Understanding bladder health in women with urinary symptoms
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY PLUS CLINICAL SITE
This study is looking at how bladder issues affect women's everyday lives, especially focusing on minority and underserved women, to find ways to improve their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909976 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) on women's daily lives and overall well-being. It aims to identify risk and protective factors for bladder health, particularly focusing on minority and underserved women who are often overlooked in existing studies. By conducting a long-term cohort study, the research will gather data on diverse populations to better understand the complexities of bladder health and develop effective prevention programs. The goal is to improve quality of life for women suffering from these symptoms.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women, particularly those from minority and underserved populations, experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing urinary symptoms or who do not identify as women may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved bladder health and quality of life for women affected by urinary symptoms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has highlighted the need for studies focusing on diverse populations, indicating that this approach could fill significant gaps in understanding bladder health.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Griffith, James William — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Griffith, James William
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.