Understanding recovery in children after intensive care
Post-Intensive Care Syndrome Pediatrics, Longitudinal Cohort study
This study is looking at how spending more than three days in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit affects children in the long run, so we can better understand their recovery and support them and their families after a serious illness.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10853043 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of intensive care on children who have spent more than three days in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). It aims to identify new or worsening physical, cognitive, and mental health issues that may arise after critical illness. By following these children and their families over two years, the study will compare their recovery outcomes with those of children who had shorter PICU stays. This will help in understanding the challenges faced by PICU survivors and their families, ultimately guiding better care practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who have undergone more than three days of intensive care in a PICU.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced critical illness or those who have had less than three days of intensive care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions and support for children recovering from critical illness, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding post-intensive care outcomes in adults, but this specific focus on children is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Curley, Martha Aq — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Curley, Martha Aq
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.