Analyzing iron deficiency in children undergoing heart surgery
Iron Deficiency in Pediatric Heart Surgery: Impact on Anemia, Transfusion and Complications, a Retrospective Cohort Study
This study looks at how common iron deficiency is in children having heart surgery and how it affects their recovery and need for blood transfusions.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | N/A to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Brussels) |
| Trial ID | NCT06276608 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of iron deficiency among pediatric patients undergoing cardiac surgery at Queen Fabiola Children's University Hospital from January 2019 to December 2023. It will analyze the iron status of these patients, along with their transfusion requirements and any complications that arise post-surgery. The study will utilize retrospective data and compare outcomes between patients with and without iron deficiency using non-parametric statistical methods.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children who have undergone cardiac surgery at the institution during the specified time frame.
Not a fit: Patients with incomplete medical charts or those who did not consent to the use of their medical data will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve understanding of iron deficiency in pediatric heart surgery, potentially leading to better management and outcomes for affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study is observational and retrospective, similar studies on iron deficiency in surgical populations have shown varying degrees of success in understanding its impact on outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All patients who underwent pediatric cardiac surgery at our institution between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2023 Exclusion Criteria: * Incomplete medical charts * Patients who did not consent to the use of their medical data
Where this trial is running
Brussels
- H.U.B - Hôpital Universitaire des Enfants Reine Fabiola — Brussels, Belgium (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Denis Schmartz, MD
- Email: denis.schmartz@hubruxelles.be
- Phone: +3225553919
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.