Improving blood transfusion practices in pediatric intensive care units.
Transfusion Recommendations Implemented in the PICU (TRIP)
This study is looking at ways to make blood transfusions safer and more helpful for kids in the intensive care unit by making sure they only get transfusions when they really need them, and it aims to help doctors follow the best practices for doing this.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11076708 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of red blood cell transfusions for children in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). It aims to implement evidence-based guidelines that restrict transfusions to patients who are most likely to benefit, thereby reducing unnecessary risks associated with transfusions. The project involves identifying barriers to guideline adoption and developing strategies to promote their use among healthcare providers. By utilizing a structured approach informed by implementation science, the research seeks to improve patient outcomes and minimize transfusion-related complications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit who may require blood transfusions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not admitted to the PICU or do not require blood transfusions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risks associated with blood transfusions in critically ill children, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that implementing evidence-based guidelines can improve transfusion practices and patient safety in similar clinical settings.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Steffen, Katherine Marie — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Steffen, Katherine Marie
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.