Understanding diagnostic failures in dental care
Diagnostic Failures in Dentistry
This study is looking into why some dental problems, especially gum diseases, are sometimes diagnosed incorrectly or too late, and it's designed to help dentists make better diagnoses so that patients can receive safer and more effective care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10904722 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the reasons behind diagnostic failures in dentistry, particularly focusing on periodontal diseases. By systematically evaluating cases of delayed, wrong, or missed diagnoses, the project aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient safety in dental practices. The researchers will utilize electronic health record (EHR) data to identify these diagnostic errors and analyze their impact on patient outcomes. This innovative approach is grounded in previous work and aims to establish a standardized method for documenting dental diagnoses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing periodontal diseases who may have faced diagnostic challenges.
Not a fit: Patients with dental conditions unrelated to periodontal diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic practices in dentistry, enhancing patient safety and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: This research is pioneering in its approach to systematically evaluate diagnostic failures in dentistry, as no similar studies have been conducted in this area.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Walji, Muhammad — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Walji, Muhammad
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.