What puts kids in the ICU at risk for a superbug infection?

NCT ID NCT04535661

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

Summary

This study reviews medical records of over 500 children in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) to find out what makes them more likely to get or carry a hard-to-treat bacteria called CRE. The goal is to identify risk factors and understand the bacteria better. The results could help doctors prevent these infections in the future.

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 help identify which children are most at risk for CRE infections, leading to better prevention strategies in intensive care units.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective, single-center study, so results may not apply to other hospitals or populations. It only looks at past data, so it cannot prove cause and effect.

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Children's Hospital of Fudan University

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    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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