Investigating long-term effects of COVID-19 in children in Taiwan
Clinical Characteristics and Long Term Impact on Pediatric COVID-19 in Taiwan
This study looks at how COVID-19 affects children in Taiwan over the long term, focusing on their health and any ongoing symptoms they might have.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 3000 (estimated) |
| Ages | N/A to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei, Chung Cheng District) |
| Trial ID | NCT05582512 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to analyze the clinical characteristics and long-term impacts of COVID-19 in pediatric patients. It includes a retrospective analysis of COVID-19 positive children under 18 years old, focusing on severe cases and their associated factors. Additionally, a prospective tracking team will monitor children experiencing long COVID-19 symptoms, assessing various health aspects such as lung function, neurological health, and psychological well-being. The study will involve approximately 3,200 participants across multiple clinical settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children under 18 years old who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Not a fit: Patients with major physical diseases, sensory impairments, or those who cannot undergo MRI due to metal implants will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term health effects of COVID-19 in children, leading to improved management and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in understanding long COVID-19 effects in adults, but this specific focus on pediatric cases is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * COVID-19 positive cases Exclusion Criteria: 1. You have metal substances that cannot be removed or implanted, such as: braces, metal nails, artificial electronic ears, heartbeat pacemakers, etc. Because of the inability to perform brain MRI, it is not suitable to participate in this trial. 2. Have major physical diseases. 3. Sensory impairment, such as deafness. 4. Movement disorders, such as cerebral palsy. 5. Uncontrolled and stable epilepsy. 6. Pregnant women are not suitable to participate in this test. (If you are pregnant or not sure if you are pregnant, please let the researcher know in advance so that a pregnancy test can be performed). 7. Those who have suffered from hypoxia due to encephalitis or other reasons not caused by enterovirus infection are not suitable to participate in this test.
Where this trial is running
Taipei, Chung Cheng District
- National Taiwan University Hospital — Taipei, Chung Cheng District, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tsui-Yien Fan, RA
- Email: twffccy@gmail.com
- Phone: +886 2312 3456
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.