Evaluating quality of life and sleep in children using home ventilation in Western France
Quality of Life and Quality of Sleep Studies in Children with Home Care Ventilation in Two Regions of France Pays De Loire and Bretagne
This study is testing how non-invasive home ventilation affects the quality of life and sleep in children with chronic breathing problems in Western France.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Months to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Angers Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Angers, Maine et Loire) |
| Trial ID | NCT05368662 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on children aged 6 months to 17 years who are receiving non-invasive home ventilation for chronic respiratory issues. It aims to assess the impact of this treatment on their quality of life and sleep quality through the use of specific questionnaires. The study is conducted across five centers in Western France, including Angers, Nantes, Le Mans, Rennes, and Brest. By understanding these factors, the research seeks to highlight the benefits of home ventilation in pediatric patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 6 months to 17 years who have been treated with non-invasive ventilation at home for at least one month.
Not a fit: Patients who do not speak French well enough to complete the questionnaires or refuse to participate will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for children with chronic respiratory conditions, enhancing their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on quality of life in this context, previous studies have indicated potential benefits of home ventilation in improving patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Child aged 6 months to 17 years treated with non-invasive ventilation at home for at least 1 month * Follow-up in one of the five centers participating in the study (Angers, Nantes, Le Mans, Rennes and Brest) * Informed consent form signed by both parents, or holder of parental authority, for the participation of their child * To be affiliated or beneficiary of social security Exclusion Criteria: * Parents with poor command of the French language, implying not being able to complete the various questionnaires * Refusal of the child to participate in the study
Where this trial is running
Angers, Maine et Loire
- Chu — Angers, Maine et Loire, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: OLLIVIER Morgane, MD
- Email: MoOllivier@chu-angers.fr
- Phone: 2 41 35 38 29
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.