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Fitbits could spot infections in kids after surgery

NCT ID NCT06395636

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether Fitbit data (like heart rate and activity) can help predict infections in children recovering from complicated appendectomy. Researchers will develop an algorithm and see if it helps doctors make decisions. 500 children aged 3-18 are being enrolled.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Fitbit wearable device and infection-prediction algorithm
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors catch infections earlier after surgery, potentially reducing emergency visits and readmissions.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. The algorithm may not be accurate enough to change clinical decisions, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 500 people

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Started

Jan 2025

Expected to finish

Jun 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 18 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * children aged 3-18 years * must be post-surgical laparoscopic appendectomy for complicated appendicitis (Appendicitis is categorized as complicated if perforation, phlegmon, or abscess was present at surgery.) Exclusion Criteria: * children who are non-ambulatory or have any pre-existing mobility limitations * children who have a doctor-ordered physical activity limit \>48 hours post-surgery * children who have a comorbidity which will impact a patient's recovery * children and/or parents who do not speak English or Spanish (Translation services beyond Spanish will not be available at this time)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

appendicitis Infections

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Appendectomy Appendicitis Appendicitis acute

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

    4 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.

  2. The official record

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

    RECRUITING

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

  • Loyola University Medical Center

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Maywood, Illinois, 60153, United States

  • Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Winfield, Illinois, 60190, United States

  • Northwestern University (Feinberg School of Medicine, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab)

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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