Improving diagnostic tools for children with burn injuries
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This study is working to make it easier and faster to diagnose and treat burn injuries in kids by sharing important information between different hospitals, so parents and caregivers can feel more confident about their child's care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10872420 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of burn injuries in children by facilitating the rapid exchange of clinical samples and data among multiple research sites. The project aims to validate new assays and algorithms that can improve the understanding and management of burn injuries in young patients. By collaborating across various institutions, the research seeks to create a more effective diagnostic framework that can be utilized in emergency situations. Parents and caregivers of children with burn injuries may find this research particularly relevant as it aims to improve clinical outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have experienced burn injuries.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 21 years or who have not sustained burn injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely diagnoses for children suffering from burn injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar collaborative approaches to improve diagnostic methods in pediatric care.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Annapragada, Ananth V — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Annapragada, Ananth V
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.