New tests could save kids from unnecessary catheter removal
NCT ID NCT01249976
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study looked at three new methods to diagnose whether a central line (a special IV) is causing a bloodstream infection in seriously ill children. The goal is to avoid removing the line if it's not infected. Researchers tested 148 children and compared the new methods to standard techniques.
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Hôpital Necker Enfants Malades
Paris, Île-de-France Region, 75015, France
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