Analyzing hospital management for pediatric palliative care patients during acute events

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on understanding the role of hospital management in handling acute events for pediatric patients referred to palliative care. It highlights the complexities involved in caring for children with life-limiting conditions, particularly those requiring frequent hospitalizations due to complications. The study aims to gather data on hospitalization patterns, the interdisciplinary approach needed for care, and the coordination among healthcare professionals to improve outcomes for these patients. By analyzing these factors, the study seeks to enhance the management strategies for pediatric palliative care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Living patients aged \<18 years at the time of the event
* Patients with conditions eligible for PPCs according to Association for Children's Palliative Care/Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health

Exclusion Criteria:

* NA

Where it's running

• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria di Bologna, U.O. Neonatologia e Terapia Intensiva Neonatale
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting
• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria di Bologna, U.O. Oncoematologia Pediatrica
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting
• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria di Bologna, U.O. Pediatria d'Urgenza, Pronto Soccorso e Osservazione Breve ed Intensiva
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting
• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria di Bologna, U.O. Pediatria
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting
• IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero - Universitaria di Bologna, U.O. Rianimazione Pediatrica
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting
• IRCCS Istituto delle Scienze Neurologiche di Bologna, U.O.C. Neuropsichiatria dell'età pediatria
  Bologna, Bologna, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Daniele Zama, MD — IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
• Study coordinator: Daniele Zama, MD
• Email: daniele.zama2@unibo.it
• Phone: 0512144622

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.