New scope surgery may improve outcomes for babies with meningitis complications

NCT ID NCT07320599

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Shengjing Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will compare two surgical methods for treating fluid collections in the brain that can occur after infant meningitis. One method uses a small camera (neuroendoscope) to remove debris and place a reservoir for drainage. The other is a standard burr hole drainage. The trial aims to see which approach leads to better recovery and fewer complications in 100 infants.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Neuroendoscopic surgery with Ommaya reservoir implantation
What this could lead to: If successful, this could offer a safer, more effective surgical option for infants with post-meningitis fluid buildup, potentially reducing complications and need for repeat procedures.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial (100 participants) that hasn't started recruiting. The newer surgery is more complex and may carry higher risks in infants. Results may not apply broadly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

meningitis subdural empyema

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

MENINGITIS

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