Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 0 Months to 24 Months

Investigating Clostridium Difficile Infection in Infants

Official title: A Retrospective Cohort Study on the Epidemiological Characteristics and Biomarkers of Clostridium Difficile Infection in Infants

Run by First People's Hospital of Hangzhou · NCT06703918 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how common Clostridium difficile infections are in infants and what factors might increase the risk, to help improve diagnosis and treatment for these young patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages0 Months to 24 Months
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorFirst People's Hospital of Hangzhou
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 30, 2026
Study endsDecember 30, 2026
Registry record updatedNovember 25, 2024
Trial IDNCT06703918 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are infants aged 0-2 years with confirmed Clostridium difficile infection or without infection for comparison.

Probably not a fit

Patients older than 2 years or those with incomplete medical records or other severe gastrointestinal conditions may not benefit from this study.

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 explore the epidemiological characteristics and biomarkers associated with Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) in infants. By analyzing historical medical data and patient questionnaires, the study will identify prevalence, risk factors, and unique biomarkers linked to CDI in pediatric patients. The objectives include evaluating demographic and clinical characteristics, assessing high-risk factors, and establishing baseline biomarkers to enhance diagnosis and treatment strategies for affected infants.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnosis and management of Clostridium difficile infection in infants.

How similar studies have gone: While this study focuses on a relatively rare infection in infants, similar epidemiological studies have shown success in identifying risk factors and biomarkers in other populations.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Infants ( aged 0-2 years). Medical records and patient questionnaires available with confirmed Clostridium difficile infection (for case group) or without infection (for control group).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Infants beyond the age of 2 years at the time of diagnosis. Incomplete medical records or missing essential information related to infection status, feeding methods, or antibiotic exposure.Patients with other severe gastrointestinal conditions that may confound results.

Where it's running

  • Hangzhou First People's Hospital
    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, China
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.