Comparing physical health in children with esophageal atresia and healthy peers

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 aims to evaluate and compare various physical characteristics, including pulmonary function, muscle strength, exercise capacity, and quality of life, between children diagnosed with esophageal atresia and their healthy peers. By assessing factors such as body composition, peak cough flow, and fatigue levels, the study seeks to understand the impact of esophageal atresia on overall physical health and well-being. Participants will include children aged 6-18 from both groups, with specific inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure accurate results.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Esophageal atresia group

Inclusion Criteria:

* Children with esophageal atresia who are willing to participate in the study
* Being between the ages of 6-18,
* Being able to cooperate with the assessments

Exclusion Criteria:

* Being unable to cooperate with the assessments,
* Having an orthopedic, neurological or cardiovascular problem that may affect the assessments,
* Having a lung infection or upper respiratory tract infection in the last four weeks,
* Being an active smoker,
* Not being willing to participate in the study,

Control group

Inclusion Criteria:

* Being between the ages of 6-18,
* Being willing to cooperate with the tests to be performed,
* Being willing to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having a musculoskeletal problem that may affect exercise performance,
* Having any known chronic disease,
* Having a lung infection or upper respiratory tract infection in the last four weeks,
* Being an active smoker,
* Not willing to participate in the study.

Where it's running

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
  Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Meltem Yildiz-Kayaoglu, MD — Hacettepe University
• Study coordinator: Aslihan Cakmak-Onal, PhD, PT
• Email: aslihancakmak90@gmail.com
• Phone: +90 312 305 15 76

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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.