Reducing unnecessary tests and treatments for bronchiolitis in infants
Official title: The ROUTT-B (Reduce Over-Utilized Tests and Treatments in Bronchiolitis) Study: Developing a Roadmap for De-Implementation
Funded at Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp · NIH-10633161 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to care for babies with bronchiolitis by figuring out why some tests and treatments are done too often, so we can help doctors and parents focus on what really works for their little ones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2019 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $139,146 |
| NIH project number | 7K08HS026512-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10633161 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are infants diagnosed with bronchiolitis who are hospitalized and may be subjected to over-utilized tests and treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with bronchiolitis who are not hospitalized or those with other unrelated medical conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving care for infants with bronchiolitis by identifying and implementing strategies to reduce unnecessary tests and treatments. It aims to understand the reasons behind over-utilization of these medical interventions from the perspectives of healthcare providers, parents, and organizations. By developing practical de-implementation strategies, the research seeks to ensure that infants receive only the most effective and evidence-based care. A pilot study will also be conducted to assess the feasibility and acceptability of these strategies in real-world settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective care for infants with bronchiolitis by minimizing harmful and unnecessary medical interventions.
How similar studies have gone: This approach to de-implementation in healthcare has shown promise in other contexts, but the specific application to bronchiolitis is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tyler, Amy — Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
- Study coordinator: Tyler, Amy
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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.