Reducing risks of high-risk medications in pediatric dental care
Pediatric Adverse Event Risk Reduction for High Risk Medications in Children and Adolescents: Improving Pediatric Patient Safety in Dental Practices
This study is all about making dental visits safer for kids by looking at how dentists use certain medications during procedures, so we can help prevent any problems and keep young patients healthy and happy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11099848 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the safety of pediatric dental patients by addressing the risks associated with high-risk medications commonly used during dental procedures. It aims to gather and analyze data on medication prescribing patterns among pediatric dentists to identify potential areas for improvement. By understanding the full medical history of young patients, the research seeks to minimize the chances of adverse events, such as respiratory complications or overdoses, during sedation. The study will involve collaboration with dental practices to implement best safety practices and enhance patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents undergoing dental procedures that require sedation.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require sedation for dental procedures may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of adverse events in pediatric dental patients, leading to safer dental practices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that improving medication safety practices in pediatric care can lead to better patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Suda, Kj — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Suda, Kj
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.