Understanding childhood cancers in children with HIV in Africa
Pediatric HIV and Cancer Epidemiology
This study is looking at how HIV affects the chances of kids in Sub-Saharan Africa getting cancer, so we can better understand which children with HIV might be at higher risk and help improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10895424 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the link between HIV infection and the risk of developing cancer in children living in Sub-Saharan Africa. It aims to identify which HIV-infected children are at the highest risk for malignancies by analyzing data from a large cohort of treated children. The study will utilize electronic medical records to calculate the prevalence and incidence of cancers among these children, providing valuable insights into their health outcomes. By focusing on this vulnerable population, the research seeks to fill critical gaps in our understanding of pediatric HIV-related cancers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children living with HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly those receiving treatment at designated healthcare centers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or are outside the pediatric age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer risk prediction and targeted interventions for HIV-infected children.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been extensive research on HIV-related cancers in adults, studies specifically addressing pediatric populations in this context are limited, making this approach relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Scheurer, Michael E. — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Scheurer, Michael E.
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.