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Please note that COVID-19 precautions are in place on the University of Pittsburgh campus. If you have questions or concerns about an upcoming research study visit, or if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to COVID-19, please contact the study team directly for additional information prior to your research study visit.

Interested in COVID-19 research study opportunities? Please view the COVID-19 Studies page for adults and the Pediatric Studies page for children aged birth-17. To view all research studies currently recruiting participants, visit our new Featured Research page for adults and Featured Pediatric Research page for children. Need help with your Pitt+Me account? Contact Us.

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 Range
AGE:   Infants up to 6 months old

Duration DURATION:  Up to 12 months

Location LOCATION: 

By phone or videoconference


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 Range
AGE:   3 months - 6 years

Duration DURATION:  6 months
VISITS:  Several visits

Location LOCATION: 

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



RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:
  Kidney and Urinary System

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