Brain seizures in sick kids: can better monitoring save lives?

NCT ID NCT03419260

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study observes critically ill children in the ICU who are already undergoing continuous EEG monitoring to detect brain seizures. Researchers aim to identify which children are most at risk for seizures and evaluate the safety of current seizure management strategies. The goal is to improve treatment guidelines and reduce harm.

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 research could help doctors better identify which children are at highest risk for seizures and guide safer, more effective treatment strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it will not directly test new therapies. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

epilepsy Status Epilepticus visual epilepsy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SEIZURES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
RECRUITING

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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