Understanding kidney injury caused by medications in veterans
Nephrotoxic Acute Kidney Injury in Veterans
This study is looking at how certain medications can harm the kidneys in veterans, and it aims to find out which patients are most at risk so we can help prevent kidney problems before they happen.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Iowa City VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11048705 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates acute kidney injury (AKI) in veterans, particularly focusing on cases caused by nephrotoxic medications. It aims to identify patients at high risk for this condition using advanced machine learning techniques to analyze various patient and medication data. The study seeks to improve prevention strategies, as there are currently no specific treatments for AKI once it occurs. By understanding the factors leading to nephrotoxic AKI, the research hopes to enhance patient outcomes and reduce the incidence of long-term complications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who are 21 years or older and are at risk of acute kidney injury due to nephrotoxic medications.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those who do not have risk factors for acute kidney injury may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies for acute kidney injury in veterans, ultimately improving their long-term health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using machine learning to predict and prevent acute kidney injury, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Iowa City, United States
- Iowa City VA Medical Center — Iowa City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Griffin, Benjamin R — Iowa City VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Griffin, Benjamin R
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.