Improving pediatric injury care in Tanzania
P-KIDs CARE: An Intervention to Address Health Systems Delays to Care for Injured Children in Tanzania
This study is testing a new program to improve how injured children are cared for in Tanzania by making sure they get the right help faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 284 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Utah Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Moshi) |
| Trial ID | NCT06075108 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to develop and pilot a comprehensive intervention called P-KIDs CARE to enhance the triage process for pediatric injury patients in Tanzania. The study will involve formative research to identify barriers to care, followed by the iterative development of the intervention through workshops and focus group discussions with healthcare providers and family members. The pilot phase will test the intervention in two health facilities in the Kilimanjaro Region, with a focus on improving timely referrals and care for injured children.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pediatric patients under 18 years old seeking care for acute injuries at the participating health facilities.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic conditions or those not seeking care for acute injuries may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce the time to definitive care for pediatric injury patients in Tanzania.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on health system interventions for pediatric care have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria:
* AIM 1 (mixed methods research)
1. Enroll into the pediatric injury registry all pediatric (\<18 years old) patients seeking care at one of the study health facilities for an acute injury.
2. The investigators will conduct in-depth interviews with the following group: Family members of a pediatric injury patients seeking care at the study facilities.
3. The investigators will conduct focus group discussions with the following group: Health care providers providing care to pediatric injury patients at the study facilities.
* AIM 2 (develop intervention)
1. The investigators will hold a 2-day intervention development workshop with the interdisciplinary study team.
2. The investigators will conduct focus group discussions with the following groups:
1. Health care providers providing care to pediatric injury patients at the study health facilities
2. A community-engaged panel including family members of pediatric injury patients
* AIM 3 (pilot intervention)
1. The investigators will enroll into the pediatric injury registry all pediatric (\<18 years old) patients seeking care at one of the study health facilities for an acute injury.
2. The investigators will conduct surveys and exit interviews with the following groups:
1. Health care providers providing care to pediatric injury patients at the study health facilities.
2. Family members of pediatric injury patients.
Where this trial is running
Moshi
- Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre — Moshi, Tanzania (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Elizabeth M. Keating, MD — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Elizabeth M. Keating, MD, MSPH
- Email: Elizabeth.Keating@hsc.utah.edu
- Phone: 801-587-7450
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.