Understanding Differences in Dialysis Care Quality for Patients
Elucidating the Mechanisms of Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Dialysis Quality
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA · NIH-11126057
This research looks at why Black and Latino patients often receive lower quality dialysis care for end-stage kidney disease.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11126057 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many people in the US with end-stage kidney disease rely on dialysis, but Black and Latino patients often face challenges in getting the best care. This project uses a large national database of dialysis patients and Medicare information to understand the reasons behind these differences. We want to find out how factors like where a patient lives, their healthcare providers, and individual circumstances contribute to these disparities. By understanding these issues better, we hope to identify ways to improve care for everyone.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research focuses on understanding the experiences of patients currently receiving dialysis in the US, especially those who are Black or Latino.
Not a fit: Patients not currently on dialysis or those without end-stage kidney disease would not directly benefit from this particular research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help identify specific areas where changes are needed to ensure all patients receive high-quality dialysis care, potentially leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While previous studies have described disparities in dialysis care, this project aims to uniquely quantify specific contributing factors and project the impact of future interventions.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Los Angeles, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LIN, EUGENE — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- Study coordinator: LIN, EUGENE
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.