Finding new treatments for critically ill children
Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network - Clinical Site
This study is looking for new ways to help kids who are very sick, especially those with multiple organ failure after sepsis, by testing new treatments at hospitals like Children's National, so we can find better ways to help them recover and live healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10900710 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to discover new therapeutic approaches to improve the survival and recovery of children suffering from critical illnesses, particularly those with multiple organ failure after sepsis. By collaborating with a network of clinical sites, including Children's National Hospital and others, the study seeks to enroll a sufficient number of pediatric patients to test these innovative therapies effectively. The research will leverage the expertise of a dedicated research team and the diverse patient population in the Washington/Maryland/Virginia region to ensure that findings are applicable to a wide range of children in need.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 0-11 years who are critically ill and may benefit from new therapeutic interventions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not critically ill or outside the age range of 0-11 years may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that significantly improve outcomes for critically ill children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous cycles of the Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network have shown promise in advancing pediatric critical care, indicating a strong potential for success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Children's Research Institute — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bell, Michael J — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Bell, Michael J
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.