Welcome to the Urinary Tract Infections Studies Page

CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU

Urinary Microbiome in Children

Are you the mother of a newborn (up to 6 months of age)? You may be able to participate in a study to help a research team look at the bacteria found in the urinary tract and stool. This study involves collecting up to 7 urine and stool samples over up to 12 months. Study visits take place remotely via phone or video conference. Compensation is provided.

NO IN-PERSON VISITS REQUIRED

AGE:

Infants up to 6 months old

DURATION: Up to 12 months

LOCATION:

By phone or videoconference

COMPENSATION:

YES

NO IN-PERSON VISITS REQUIRED

AGE: Infants up to 6 months old

DURATION: Up to 12 months

LOCATION: By phone or videoconference

COMPENSATION: YES

STARRS-Steroids To Actively Reduce Renal Scarring

Are you the parent of a child ages 3 months to 6 years with a first urinary tract infection (UTI)? If so, your child may be able to participate in a research study to find out if anti-inflammatory medicine can prevent scarring of the kidneys. Compensation provided.

AGE:

3 months - 6 years

DURATION: 6 months
VISITS: Several visits

LOCATION:

Various Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC and Children’s Community Pediatrics locations, or at the participant’s home

COMPENSATION:

YES

AGE: 3 months - 6 years

DURATION: 6 months

VISITS: Several visits

LOCATION: Various Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC and Children’s Community Pediatrics locations, or at the participant’s home

COMPENSATION: YES

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:

Kidney and Urinary System