Observing pneumonia and pleural effusion in hospitalized children

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 describe the epidemiology of hospitalized pediatric pneumonia and pneumonia with pleural effusion, focusing on frequency, clinical characteristics, responsible bacteria, and antibiotic resistance. It includes data from over 15,000 children since 2009, with a recent shift to only include hospitalized cases to better understand severe instances. The study will analyze the long-term impact of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine on these conditions. Data collection will involve reviewing chest imaging and clinical symptoms to assess the severity and treatment outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* ages between 1 month and 15 years
* presence of parenchymatous condensation and/or pleural effusion on chest x-rays and/or ultrasounds and/or CT scans
* fever ≥38.5 °C if age ≥3 months since the onset of symptoms or ≥38 °C if the child is less than 3 months old.
* Hospitalization

Exclusion Criteria:

* Refusal of participation by the patient, his or her relative or legal representative (depending on the situation)

Where it's running

• Activ
  Créteil, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Corinne Levy, MD
• Email: corinne.levy@activ-france.fr

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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.