Understanding how sepsis affects recovery in children after intensive care
Official title: Pediatric Recovery After Sepsis Treatment in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Funded at University of Connecticut Storrs · NIH-11195327 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how sepsis affects kids' physical abilities over time after they've been treated in the PICU, to help us understand their recovery better and improve care for future patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Connecticut Storrs NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Storrs-Mansfield, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $112,700 |
| NIH project number | 3R00GM145411-05S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11195327 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have been treated for sepsis or pneumonia in the PICU.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced sepsis or pneumonia, or those outside the age range of 0-11 years, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of sepsis on physical function in children who have been treated in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). By examining inflammatory biomarkers and functional status, the study aims to identify how these factors influence recovery after sepsis or pneumonia. The research will involve a prospective longitudinal cohort study, allowing for the collection of new data to refine existing models of recovery. This approach seeks to enhance our understanding of pediatric recovery and inform future interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery strategies for children who have survived sepsis, enhancing their physical function and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding recovery from sepsis in adults, but this specific focus on pediatric patients is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Connecticut Storrs
Storrs-Mansfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Perry-Eaddy, Mallory a — University of Connecticut Storrs
- Study coordinator: Perry-Eaddy, Mallory a
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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.