Monitoring wheezing in children with asthma using a wearable device
Pilot Study of Wearable Electronic Breath Sound Sensing Device for Monitoring of Breath Sounds in Pediatric Patients With Asthma
This study is testing a new wearable stethoscope to see if it can help track wheezing in kids with asthma while they're in the hospital.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 25 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Emory University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Atlanta, Georgia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06734793 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates a novel wearable stethoscope designed to continuously monitor breath sounds, particularly wheezing, in pediatric patients hospitalized for asthma exacerbations. The study will involve 10 children aged 6-17 years who have persistent asthma and are receiving treatment for an acute exacerbation. Participants will wear the device for up to 8 hours during their hospital stay, and the data collected will help develop a wheeze detection algorithm. Importantly, the recordings will not influence medical decisions, and standard care will continue as usual.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 6-17 years with a diagnosis of persistent asthma who are currently experiencing an acute exacerbation.
Not a fit: Patients with other chronic lung conditions or those unable to provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this device could enhance asthma management by providing real-time monitoring of wheezing, potentially reducing hospital admissions.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using wearable devices for monitoring respiratory conditions is gaining traction, this specific application in pediatric asthma is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 6-17 years * Diagnosis of persistent asthma * Being treated for an acute asthma exacerbation * Parent can speak and understand English Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide consent for the study * History of prematurity * History of other chronic lung conditions - cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, or primary ciliary dyskinesia * History of latex allergy or allergy to medical tape adhesive * Patients currently using another medical device - implanted pacemaker or vagal nerve stimulator or diaphragm pacing device
Where this trial is running
Atlanta, Georgia
- Arthur M. Blank Hospital | Children's Healthcare of Atlanta — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lokesh Guglani, MD — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lokesh Guglani, MD
- Email: lokesh.guglani@emory.edu
- Phone: 404-712-2324
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.