Assessing quality of life in patients with traumatic brain injury
Quality of Life in Traumatic Brain Injury Patients: Assessment at Discharge From an Intensive Care Unit.
This study looks at how adults who suffered a traumatic brain injury feel about their quality of life at least six months after their injury to help improve care for them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | General Administration of Military Health, Tunisia Research network |
| Locations | 2 sites (Tunis, Montfleury and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05993312 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the quality of life of adult patients who have been admitted to the HMPIT ICU for head trauma at least six months post-injury. It focuses on understanding patients' subjective perceptions of their well-being and quality of life, rather than solely relying on objective medical assessments. The study utilizes the Glasgow Outcome Scale Extended (GOSE) to measure the degree of sequelae and its impact on patients' lives. By capturing these insights, the research seeks to enhance the quality of care for traumatic brain injury survivors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include all adult patients aged 18 or older who have been admitted to the HMPIT ICU for head trauma management.
Not a fit: Patients who are lost to follow-up after discharge or those who refuse to participate will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the subjective well-being of traumatic brain injury patients, leading to improved care strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been extensive research on neuropsychological outcomes, this focus on subjective quality of life in traumatic brain injury patients is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: All adult patients (age 18 or over) admitted to the HMPIT intensive care unit for management of head trauma (isolated or as part of a polytrauma). Exclusion Criteria: Patients lost to follow-up after discharge. Incomplete ICU medical records. Patients or their families who refused to participate in the study.
Where this trial is running
Tunis, Montfleury and 1 other locations
- Military Hospital of Tunis — Tunis, Montfleury, Tunisia (Recruiting)
- Service de réanimation — Tunis, Montfleury, Tunisia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Aicha REBAI, FR
- Email: aicha.rebai@fmt.utm.tn
- Phone: 21671391133
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.