PEDIATRIC

This study compares two pain-relief techniques—erector spinae plane block and caudal block—in children aged 1 to 8 years having lower abdominal surgery. The goal is to see which method provides better pain control after surgery, using a standard pain score. About 78 children will…

This study looks at whether using distraction cards or color-changing (thermochromic) cards can help children aged 4 to 6 feel less pain, fear, and anxiety while receiving inhaler therapy for respiratory infections. About 90 children will be involved, and researchers will measure…

This study compares two medicines, dexmedetomidine and lidocaine, to see which one helps place a breathing tube (laryngeal mask) more easily in children aged 2-12 having minor surgery. The goal is to improve success on the first try and reduce coughing or other breathing problems…

This study looks at whether spending time with a specially trained medical dog can help children ages 8 to 17 feel less afraid and anxious while staying in the hospital. Kids will be randomly assigned to a visit from a dog and its handler, a child life specialist, or a coloring a…

This study will follow 330 infants diagnosed with congenital hydronephrosis (a common kidney condition) before 6 months of age. Over 3 years, researchers will track whether the condition improves, worsens, or stays the same using ultrasound scans. The goal is to learn the natural…

This study watches how brain blood flow changes in children aged 2-10 during laparoscopic hernia repair. Using ultrasound and light sensors, researchers measure blood flow and oxygen levels in the brain. The goal is to understand the effects of surgery position and gas used, not …

This study will create a structured follow-up program for 400 children and young adults who have survived blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The goal is to better track and manage long-term health problems that can appear years after treatment. Researchers will use an elec…

This study checks on children who had a moderate to severe head injury years ago to see if they have lasting hormone problems. Researchers will call about 90 participants from an earlier study in Lyon, France, to ask about their growth and any symptoms. The goal is to understand …

This study will measure normal blood clotting values in 240 children under 18 who are having surgery or a procedure requiring anesthesia. The goal is to establish reference ranges for the Quantra system, a device that checks how well blood clots. This information will help doctor…

This study compares two anesthesia techniques for children under 14 who need emergency surgery and have a full stomach. One method uses no breathing help during intubation, while the other uses gentle air pressure to prevent low oxygen levels. The goal is to see which approach ca…