Factors influencing long-term recovery in children after severe injuries
Official title: Clinical factors associated with long-term recovery following pediatric critical illness and injury
Funded at Seattle Children's Hospital · NIH-11070321 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how different factors influence how well children recover after going through serious injuries or illnesses, with the hope of finding ways to help them heal better and faster.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $155,736 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HD100566-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11070321 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have survived severe trauma or critical illness.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced severe trauma or critical illness may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how various clinical factors affect the long-term recovery of children who have experienced severe trauma or critical illness. By examining the recovery trajectories of these children, the study aims to identify modifiable factors that could improve their health outcomes. The research will involve analyzing data from critically injured children and comparing their recovery to that of children with other acute illnesses. The goal is to enhance critical care management and optimize recovery processes for these young patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery strategies for children who have suffered severe injuries, enhancing their quality of life and overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that identifying clinical factors can significantly improve recovery outcomes in pediatric populations, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Killien, Elizabeth Y — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Killien, Elizabeth Y
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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.