Improving care for children with severe lung conditions

Collaborative Pediatric Critical Care Research Network - Clinical Site

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF UTAH · NIH-10915504

This study is working to improve how we treat kids with serious breathing problems by using new tools and expert teamwork to help their lungs heal better during care, while also looking at how intensive treatment affects them in the long run.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF UTAH (nih funded)
Locations1 site (SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10915504 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing the treatment of children suffering from Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (PARDS) through a collaborative network of pediatric critical care experts. The team at Children's Hospital Los Angeles is utilizing advanced techniques in mechanical ventilation and data science to improve patient outcomes. They are conducting clinical trials that involve innovative decision support tools aimed at protecting lung function during treatment. This research also emphasizes the importance of understanding the long-term effects of intensive care on children.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are diagnosed with Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not diagnosed with PARDS may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment protocols for children with severe lung conditions, potentially reducing complications and enhancing recovery.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies in pediatric critical care have shown promising results using similar collaborative approaches and innovative treatment strategies.

Where this research is happening

SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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