Understanding and treating immune issues in children with sepsis
Targeting Immune Dysregulated Endotypes in Sepsis (TIDES)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · CHILDREN'S HOSP OF PHILADELPHIA · NIH-11114454
This study is looking at how children's immune systems react during sepsis, a serious condition, to find better ways to treat them based on their unique needs.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | CHILDREN'S HOSP OF PHILADELPHIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11114454 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on pediatric sepsis, a critical condition that leads to organ failure in children due to immune system dysfunction. The team aims to identify specific molecular changes in the immune response of children suffering from sepsis, which can help in tailoring treatments to individual patients. By analyzing blood samples and using advanced techniques, they hope to discover which immune dysregulations can be reversed and how to predict the severity of the condition in real-time. This approach could lead to more effective and personalized treatment strategies for affected children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children diagnosed with sepsis who are hospitalized and experiencing immune dysregulation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not children or those who do not have a diagnosis of sepsis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve survival rates and treatment outcomes for children suffering from sepsis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using molecular profiling to guide treatment in sepsis, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in care.
Where this research is happening
PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES
- CHILDREN'S HOSP OF PHILADELPHIA — PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LINDELL, ROBERT B — CHILDREN'S HOSP OF PHILADELPHIA
- Study coordinator: LINDELL, ROBERT B
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.