Study reveals best timing for Kids' surgery after a cold in the Post-COVID era
NCT ID NCT07157111
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at over 2,300 children aged 0-12 who had mild cold symptoms before elective non-cardiac surgery. Researchers wanted to see if the COVID-19 pandemic changed the risks of complications like breathing problems or infections. The goal is to help doctors decide the safest time to operate on children with a recent cold.
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 provide clearer guidelines on when it is safe for children with mild cold symptoms to undergo elective surgery, reducing the risk of complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It can show associations but cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all hospitals or countries.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Tongji Hospital
Wuhan, Hubei, 430030, China
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