Understanding symptom patterns in children with asthma
Symptom clusters in children with exacerbation-prone asthma
This study is looking at how different symptoms, both physical and mental, affect kids aged 8-17 with asthma that often gets worse, to see how well corticosteroid treatments work and how they impact their daily lives, with the goal of finding better ways to help them manage their asthma.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10656476 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the various symptom clusters experienced by children aged 8-17 with exacerbation-prone asthma. It aims to identify how these clusters, which include both physical and mental health symptoms, affect the effectiveness of corticosteroid treatments and overall quality of life. By analyzing a diverse group of children, the study seeks to uncover the complex interactions between symptoms and treatment responses over a 48-week period. This comprehensive approach may lead to more tailored and effective asthma management strategies for young patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 8-17 who experience frequent asthma exacerbations.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have asthma or those whose symptoms are well-controlled may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies that enhance the quality of life for children with asthma.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding symptom clusters can lead to better management of chronic conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fitzpatrick, Anne Mentro — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Fitzpatrick, Anne Mentro
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.