Using patient-generated health data to predict outcomes for childhood cancer survivors
Patient-Generated Health Data to Predict Childhood Cancer Survivorship Outcomes
This study is looking at childhood cancer survivors to understand their long-term health needs better, so we can create personalized plans to help them stay healthy and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | St. Jude Children's Research Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Memphis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10878670 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on childhood cancer survivors who are at risk for long-term health issues due to their previous treatments. By collecting health data directly from patients, including symptoms and physical activity, the study aims to create personalized risk prediction models. These models will help healthcare providers better understand and manage the potential late effects of cancer treatment, ultimately improving the quality of life for survivors. The research will involve 620 adult survivors who are at least five years post-diagnosis and currently over 18 years old.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adult survivors of childhood cancer who are at least five years post-diagnosis and currently over 18 years old.
Not a fit: Patients who are not survivors of childhood cancer or those who are not yet 18 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved monitoring and management of health risks for childhood cancer survivors, enhancing their long-term health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using patient-generated health data for monitoring health outcomes, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Memphis, United States
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital — Memphis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huang, I-Chan — St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Study coordinator: Huang, I-Chan
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.