Concussion before age 6: what happens to a Child's brain?
NCT ID NCT06024122
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how a concussion (mild traumatic brain injury) before age 6 might change brain structure and behavior. Researchers will use MRI scans to compare 30 children who had a concussion with 30 children who had a limb injury. The goal is to better understand the short- and long-term effects of concussion on the developing brain.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could reveal how concussions affect young children's brains, guiding better diagnosis and follow-up care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 60 children, so results may not apply to all kids. It observes changes but does not test any treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Unité des urgences médicochirurgicales CHU Rennes
RECRUITINGRennes, 35200, France
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