Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City
Clinical trials sponsored by Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City, explained in plain language.
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Hospital rooms become Quit-Smoking classrooms for teens
Disease control CompletedThis study created and tested a counseling program to help hospitalized teens and young adults quit vaping and smoking. Researchers worked with 144 participants aged 14-21 who used e-cigarettes, providing support during their hospital stay and checking results three months later.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Portable brain scanner tested on kids in intensive care
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a portable, bedside MRI machine to see if it could safely and effectively detect brain injuries in critically ill children on a life support system called ECMO. The goal was to see if this new, low-power scanner could be used at the bedside without moving these …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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New scan could speed up diagnosis for sickest infants
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether adding a special type of ultrasound to the standard X-ray helps doctors diagnose necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a dangerous gut disease in premature babies. It involved 169 infants in neonatal intensive care units. The goal was to see if this combined …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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New approach aims to overcome fear, boost HIV testing in uganda
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a new way of talking to people in Uganda to encourage them to get tested for HIV. The messages focused on reassuring couples that they could still have stable relationships and healthy families, even with HIV, thanks to modern prevention and treatment options. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Study tests safer pain relief for Kids' broken arms
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of pain relief for children recovering from a common, serious elbow fracture that requires surgery. Researchers wanted to see if standard over-the-counter pain medicines (like acetaminophen and ibuprofen) worked as well as prescription opioid painkil…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease the mental strain on parents of children with eating difficulties
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study tested a brief, two-session therapy program designed to help parents of children with pediatric feeding disorders. Thirty parents were randomly assigned to receive either the new therapy or a comparison education program. Researchers wanted to see if the th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Can a teen chat room improve diabetes care?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether an online peer support group could help teenagers with Type 1 Diabetes. Ten teens aged 16-19 joined a private chat group for three months. Researchers observed how much they used the group and asked for their feedback to see if it was helpful and easy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Can singing songs shape a Baby's future health?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explored whether a weekly music program could help babies from low-income families. Researchers compared music classes to regular play groups to see if music improved how parents and babies interact, the child's language environment, and their motivation to eat. They m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Can exercise Re-Wire a Teen's appetite? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand the connection between physical activity, metabolism, and feelings of hunger in adolescents. Researchers tested if regular, structured exercise could improve how the body processes energy and regulates appetite, independent of a teen's weight. They …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:37 UTC