Understanding Hospitalization Factors in Children with Asthma
Study on Hospitalization of Children With Bronchial Asthma
This study looks at children who were hospitalized for asthma attacks to see what factors might lead to these emergencies and how a specific procedure can help them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 470 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Month to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Beijing Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing) |
| Trial ID | NCT05800379 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on children hospitalized for acute asthma exacerbations between 2016 and 2021. It aims to analyze clinical manifestations, bronchoscopy results, and lung CT findings to identify risk factors associated with asthma attacks and mucus plug formation. The study also evaluates the safety and efficacy of flexible bronchoscopy in diagnosing and treating these children. By gathering data through retrospective analysis and follow-up questionnaires, the research seeks to improve understanding and management of asthma in pediatric patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children who were hospitalized for acute episodes of asthma during the specified timeframe.
Not a fit: Patients with incomplete medical information, other significant health conditions, or those who do not consent to follow-up will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better management strategies for children with asthma, potentially reducing hospitalization rates and improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in asthma management, this specific focus on mucus plug formation and its risk factors in children is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: • Children admitted with acute episodes of asthma between January 2016 and December 2021 Exclusion Criteria: * Basic information is incomplete * Lack of relevant information on diagnosis and treatment after admission * Those who disagree with the telephone follow-up * Basic diseases such as heart, liver and kidney * Children with primary or secondary immunodeficiency, genetic metabolic diseases, tumors, or after organ or hematopoietic stem cell transplantation * Active pulmonary tuberculosis and children with a history of asthma who are hospitalized for other reasons
Where this trial is running
Beijing
- Beijing Children's Hospital affiliated to Capital Medical University — Beijing, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: kunling shen, doctor — Beijing Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: kunling shen, doctor
- Email: kunlingshen1717@163.com
- Phone: +86-010-59616313
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.