Evaluating lung function in children after severe respiratory illness
Use of Oscillometry for the Evaluation of Pulmonary Function Following Pediatric Acute Respiratory Failure.
This study is looking at how to check lung health in young kids under 6 who have recovered from serious breathing problems, like those caused by pneumonia or asthma, using a gentle method that doesn't require them to do any tricky breathing exercises, so we can better understand how these issues affect their lungs in the long run.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11117616 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to assess lung function in children under 6 years old who have survived acute respiratory failure, a serious condition often caused by pneumonia or asthma. The study will utilize oscillometry, a non-invasive technique that measures lung function without requiring children to perform complex breathing maneuvers. By focusing on this younger population, the research aims to fill a critical gap in understanding the long-term effects of acute lung injury on their pulmonary health. The findings could lead to better monitoring and treatment strategies for these vulnerable patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under 6 years old who have experienced acute respiratory failure.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 6 years or do not have a history of acute respiratory failure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a reliable method for assessing lung function in young children, leading to improved care and outcomes for those recovering from acute respiratory failure.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on lung function in older children, the use of oscillometry in very young children with acute respiratory failure is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Killien, Elizabeth Y — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Killien, Elizabeth Y
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.