University Children's Hospital, Zurich

This study tested a simplified brain wave test (point-of-care EEG) on 200 children with confusion or ongoing seizures in the pediatric emergency department. The quick EEG uses just five stickers on the scalp. Researchers compared it to the standard full EEG to see if it can relia…

This study looked at 250 children having laparoscopic surgery for appendicitis. It compared using low versus medium gas pressure in the belly during the operation to see if it affects pain the next day. The goal is to find ways to make children more comfortable after surgery.

Children with complex health needs often face disjointed care when moving from hospital to home, leaving families overwhelmed. This study tests a nurse-led model called SPARKLe that coordinates early identification, family involvement, and follow-up care across settings. Research…

This trial investigates whether a non-invasive light-based technique (near-infrared spectroscopy) can reliably measure intestinal oxygen levels as a proxy for abdominal pressure in infants. Researchers will compare these readings with standard bladder pressure measurements in 30 …

This study looked at how much iodine breastfeeding mothers need each day. Seventeen healthy mother-infant pairs took different doses of iodine supplements for five days. Researchers measured iodine levels in urine, blood, and breast milk to figure out the right daily amount for b…