CHILDREN

This study looked at the safety of BAY 94-9027 (Jivi) in 36 children aged 7 to 12 with severe hemophilia A. The drug is a longer-lasting clotting factor that requires fewer injections. Researchers monitored for allergic reactions and whether the drug stopped working well during t…

This study tested whether combining low-dose atropine eye drops with special soft contact lenses can better control severe nearsightedness (high myopia) in children aged 6–12. 120 kids were split into three groups: one got the combo therapy, one got atropine alone with glasses, a…

This study tested a new app called Hi Dongdong that uses artificial intelligence to check for speech delays in children. Researchers compared the app's results to standard language tests in 931 children aged 2 to 14. The goal was to see if the AI-based app works as well as a huma…

This study checked if a special forehead thermometer called SpotOn can accurately measure the core body temperature of children during surgery. 70 children aged 1 day to 16 years took part. The goal was to see if this non-invasive sensor could replace more uncomfortable methods.

This study tested a program where community health workers visited families at home to help manage childhood obesity. 300 children aged 2-6 with overweight or obesity took part. The program aimed to improve diet, activity, and fitness to lower the child's BMI. Results will guide …

This study tested whether applying Emla cream (a numbing cream) before a routine pneumococcal vaccination reduces pain in 3-month-old babies. 72 healthy infants were randomly assigned to receive either Emla cream or a placebo cream. Pain was measured using a standard scale (FLACC…

This study tested two simple distraction methods—bubble blowing and a mental distraction technique—to help children aged 7 to 12 feel less pain, fear, and anxiety during a blood draw. Over 200 children participated, and their pain and fear levels were measured using standard scal…

This study tested whether fun, animation-based breathing exercises could improve the physical and mental health of school-age children. 130 children aged 8 to 12 took part in a school setting. The therapy aimed to reduce stress, improve attention, and strengthen breathing.

This study looked at whether teaching children aged 9-12 who are on haemodialysis how to manage their time during treatment can lower their anxiety and fear. Twenty children took part, with some receiving the training and others getting usual care. The results suggest that such t…

This study tested whether showing children a cartoon through virtual reality glasses before a heart catheterization could reduce their fear, anxiety, and pain. 42 children aged 5-10 took part. The results help doctors find simple, non-drug ways to comfort young patients before me…

This study tested a special injection technique (ventrogluteal) in 90 children aged 6-12 to see if it hurts less than the usual method. Kids who got the new technique reported lower pain scores and had a slower pulse rate after the shot. The findings suggest this simple change ca…

This study tested whether melatonin patches, a natural sleep aid, can reduce dental anxiety in children. Fifty-two healthy kids aged 5-7 received either a melatonin patch or a placebo sticker before dental treatment. Researchers measured anxiety using a child-friendly scale, bloo…

This study tested two ways to manage pain in children after hernia surgery: an ultrasound-guided block near the belly muscle and a standard caudal block. Fifty children aged 1 to 7 took part. The goal was to see which method delays the need for extra pain medicine and reduces ove…

This study looked at 60 children aged 3-12 having inguinal hernia repair to compare two anesthesia methods: one given through an IV (target-controlled infusion) and one inhaled as a gas. The goal was to see which method leads to better recovery and more stable vital signs during …

This study looked at whether playing digital games or watching cartoons can help children aged 5 to 10 feel less pain, fear, and anxiety while getting stitches in the emergency room. A total of 90 children were split into three groups: one played a game, one watched cartoons, and…

This study tested three different sedative drugs given as a mist to children aged 3-7 before tonsil surgery. The goal was to see which one helps kids stay calm and separate easily from parents. Sixty children took part, and researchers measured sedation levels and anxiety.

This study tested a program to help children aged 8-12 with cystic fibrosis and their mothers build life skills and psychological resilience. The program included activities like laughter yoga and counseling. Researchers measured lung function, quality of life, and emotional well…

This study tested two quick, drug-free methods to reduce pain and fear in 120 children aged 4-6 getting intramuscular injections in the emergency department. One method uses a light tapping technique on the skin (Helfer Skin Tap Technique), and the other uses a small plastic devi…

This study looked at whether showing children videos or giving them sensory toys can reduce pain and anxiety when they get a numbing shot at the dentist. 100 healthy children aged 4-6 who had never been to the dentist before took part. Some kids got a distraction (visual or senso…

This study tested whether using a low-power laser on acupuncture points could help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in children aged 2 to 20 with cancer. The goal was to see if adding this laser treatment to standard anti-nausea medicine would reduce or eliminat…

This study looked at 60 children aged 2 to 7 having lower abdominal surgery. It compared two ways to manage pain: an erector spinae block and a caudal block. The goal was to see which method provides better pain relief during and after surgery, using a standard pain scale.

This study looked at whether two simple, low-cost tools—Buzzy (a vibrating device) and HSTT (a cold spray)—can reduce pain and fear in children aged 4 to 6 when they get a shot in the emergency department. 120 children participated, and researchers measured their pain and fear us…

This study tested a program called AWARE that helps families and doctors review a child's psychiatric medications and decide if any can be lowered or stopped safely. 31 children aged 6-17 who were on multiple or off-label antipsychotics took part. The main goal was to see if the …

This study looked at how the brain works in people with autism spectrum disorders, healthy volunteers, and their family members. Researchers used interviews, thinking tests, brain scans, and genetic samples to learn more about autism. The goal was to better understand the conditi…

This study looked at 81 children aged 2-6 having groin surgery and their parents. Researchers measured parents' anxiety before surgery and checked if it was linked to the child's anxiety and pain after the operation. The goal was to understand how a parent's emotional state might…

This study looked at whether a heart-rate-based index (called ANI) can help measure pain in 17 children with cerebral palsy. The children were monitored during painful procedures like injections and physical therapy. The goal was to see if this method could be a reliable way to a…

This study looked at whether a therapeutic education program helps children with type 1 diabetes understand their disease better and improve their quality of life. 68 children and their parents took part. The program taught them about diabetes management, and researchers measured…

This study looked at 400 boys aged 7-12 with bedwetting to see if a narrow urinary opening (meatal stenosis) plays a role. Researchers checked how common this condition is in these children and whether fixing it with surgery helps stop bedwetting. The goal was to better understan…

This study looked at how traditional games (like tag or hopscotch) compare to unstructured free play in helping primary school children improve their physical fitness and social skills. Researchers studied 104 kids aged 5 to 9 in Sukkur schools over 10 months. The goal was to see…

This study looked at whether a new device can reliably measure knee muscle strength and electrical activity in 20 children with cerebral palsy, aged 5 to 16. The goal was to see if the tool works well in a clinic. The study did not test a treatment, but rather aimed to improve ho…

This study created and tested a new questionnaire called the Asthma Health Literacy Scale for Children (AHLSC) for kids aged 8-12 with asthma. 196 children completed the 19-question survey online. The scale is a valid and reliable way to measure how much children understand about…

This study looked at 3,750 children aged 1 to 12 to find out why placing a supraglottic airway device (a type of breathing mask) can be difficult during surgery. Researchers tracked problems like needing multiple attempts, low oxygen levels, or high airway pressure. They also che…

This study looked back at 761 children who had pancreatic surgery to understand why the surgery was done, what complications happened, and how many children died. The goal was to fill a gap in knowledge since most data on pancreatic surgery comes from adults. The study did not te…

This study collected information from 1,400 children across France to understand how doctors manage supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), a condition where the heart suddenly beats very fast. The researchers compared different medicines and a procedure called catheter ablation to s…