Evaluation of Ventricular Septal Defect in Children
Clinical Evaluation Of Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) in Children at Sohag University Hospital
This study looks at children with a heart condition called ventricular septal defect to better understand how it affects them and how to manage it.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Day to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sohag University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sohag) |
| Trial ID | NCT06492473 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on children diagnosed with ventricular septal defect (VSD), a common congenital heart defect. It aims to assess the characteristics and implications of VSD in pediatric patients, including those with isolated defects or associated cardiac anomalies. The study will utilize echocardiography (ECHO) as a primary tool for evaluation. By gathering data on these patients, the study seeks to enhance understanding and management of VSD in children.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children from birth to 16 years old diagnosed with isolated VSD or other cardiac anomalies.
Not a fit: Patients with congenital heart defects other than VSD or those outside the specified age range may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the diagnosis and treatment strategies for children with ventricular septal defects.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been numerous studies on congenital heart defects, this specific observational approach to VSD in children is less common, making it a potentially novel contribution.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * all children from date of birth to age of 16 years old including both genders diagnosed to have isolated VSD or apart from another cardiac anomalies Exclusion Criteria: \-
Where this trial is running
Sohag
- Sohag University hospitals — Sohag, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: amany S Thabit, Resident
- Email: amany.saber@med.sohag.edu.eg
- Phone: 01200074781
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.