Understanding health disparities in uveitis and eye inflammation in the U.S.
Health Disparities in the Development, Persistence, and Progression of Uveitis and Ocular Inflammation in the United States
This study looks at how different health challenges can impact uveitis, a condition that can lead to blindness, and aims to find out what makes it worse for different groups of people, while also helping a surgeon learn new skills to better care for patients with uveitis.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913463 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how health disparities affect the development and progression of uveitis, a significant cause of blindness. By utilizing multiple large databases, the project aims to identify risk factors associated with uveitis across different populations. The research will also provide training for a surgeon to enhance their skills in clinical informatics, which will ultimately improve patient care for those suffering from uveitis. The findings could lead to better understanding and management of this condition in diverse patient groups.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with uveitis or those at risk for developing this condition, especially from diverse demographic backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have uveitis or related ocular inflammatory conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment strategies for patients with uveitis, particularly those from underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using large databases to study health disparities, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Toy, Brian — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Toy, Brian
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.