CHILDREN

This study is testing two different drug treatments to try to cure chronic hepatitis B in very young children (ages 3-6). It will compare using one antiviral pill alone versus using that pill followed by adding an injection. The goal is to see which approach is better at clearing…

This study aims to test a new screening tool to spot binge eating disorder early in children and teens aged 7-14. It will also see if a 10-week summer camp program, with or without extra help for parents, can reduce binge eating behaviors. The goal is to find better ways to ident…

This study is testing whether special optical films placed in glasses can slow down the natural growth of children's eyes. Researchers want to see if this can help prevent children with mild farsightedness from developing nearsightedness later. The study will involve 180 children…

This study aims to find the best way to achieve a 'functional cure' for hepatitis B in young children aged 3-6 years. It will compare two treatment approaches: one using a single antiviral drug, and another that adds an immune-boosting drug later. The goal is to see which method …

This study is testing if a fast nasal swab test can help doctors in emergency rooms better manage children with coughs, fevers, and other respiratory symptoms. About 720 children in three European countries will be randomly assigned to either get the rapid test or receive standar…

This study is testing whether adding short, fun 5-minute activity breaks to regular classroom lessons can help elementary school children enjoy physical activity more and improve their health. Over 800 children will participate for 12 weeks, with one group doing the activity brea…

This study is testing whether a digital game app called LUSHA is helpful for children with ADHD and their parents. 80 children aged 7-12 with an ADHD diagnosis will use the app for 3 months. Researchers want to see if families use the app regularly and if it helps improve the chi…

This study is exploring if a brief, online therapy program can help improve the mental well-being of children and teenagers with epilepsy. It will test a combination of compassion-focused education and a loving-kindness meditation practice. Up to six young people, aged 12-17, wil…

This study is testing whether a combination of two drugs given as a nasal spray can better control pain in children after they have their tonsils and/or adenoids removed. The trial will involve 160 children aged 3 to 7. Researchers want to see if this spray reduces pain and impro…

This study aims to see if two simple, drug-free methods—watching cartoons and receiving foot reflexology (a type of massage)—can help children feel less pain, nausea, and anxiety after an operation. It will involve 105 children between 4 and 6 years old who are having planned sur…

This study aims to understand if abnormal blood electrolyte levels (like sodium and potassium) can help predict how critically ill children will fare in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Researchers will observe 200 children admitted to the PICU, analyzing their electroly…

This study aims to learn if a specific method of adjusting breathing machine pressure helps children recovering from heart surgery. Researchers will compare 80 children who receive this pressure adjustment technique to those who receive standard care. The goal is to see if this a…

This study aims to understand if children with hearing impairment have different lung function and breathing muscle strength compared to children with normal hearing. Researchers will measure breathing capacity and muscle strength in 30 children aged 7-16, comparing those with he…

This study aims to understand how a child's nutrition affects their quality of life while they receive radiation treatment for a brain tumor. Researchers will observe 93 children, aged 5 to 18, to see if better nutrition leads to fewer side effects and a better daily experience. …

This study is testing a new tablet game designed to check how well children understand and learn language. Researchers want to see if the tool is easy and engaging for kids aged 3-7 who visit a child psychiatry service in Paris, and if their parents and clinicians find it helpful…