Understanding how sepsis affects recovery in children after intensive care

Pediatric Recovery After Sepsis Treatment in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

NIH-funded research University of Connecticut Storrs · NIH-10899755

This study is looking at how sepsis affects kids' bodies over time after they've been treated in the hospital, to find ways to help them recover better and live healthier lives.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Connecticut Storrs NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Storrs-Mansfield, United States)
Project IDNIH-10899755 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the long-term physical effects of sepsis on children who have been treated in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). By analyzing existing data, the study aims to identify factors that contribute to physical dysfunction in these children after they leave the hospital. The research will focus on the role of inflammation and other biological markers in recovery, providing insights that could help improve care for pediatric patients. The ultimate goal is to enhance the quality of life for children recovering from sepsis.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have been treated for sepsis in the PICU.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced sepsis or those outside the pediatric age range may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery strategies and interventions for children who have survived sepsis.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impacts of sepsis on recovery, but this specific approach focusing on pediatric patients is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

Storrs-Mansfield, 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.
Conditions Acute Lung InjuryAcute Pulmonary Injury
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