What is this study trying to find out about pediatric palliative care?

This study is trying to understand how hospital care supports children in pediatric palliative care during urgent health events. Researchers want to learn how hospital admissions and emergency visits affect these children, who often have complex medical needs. The study is conducted by the IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna to improve care coordination and support for these patients and their families.

Who may be eligible for this pediatric palliative care clinical trial?

Children under 18 years with conditions that qualify for pediatric palliative care may be eligible. This includes children with life-limiting illnesses needing specialized care. The trial is open to all genders. Please review eligibility criteria for more details.

Is there any cost to participate in this pediatric palliative care clinical trial?

Study-related care, including all evaluations and data collection, is provided at no cost. Personal travel expenses may vary and are not guaranteed to be covered. Participants can expect to receive study assessments without any charge during their usual care visits.

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Analysis of the Hospital Node in the Management of Acute Events in Pediatric Palliative Care Patients

Led by IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna · Updated on 2025-01-29

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What this Trial Is About

This research aims to understand how hospital care affects children under pediatric palliative care during urgent health events. Children in pediatric palliative care often face repeated hospital stays, which tend to be longer and sometimes exceed 100 days. Hospitalizations for cancer patients usually involve treatment and diagnostic procedures, while non-cancer patients are often admitted due to complications affecting various organs. The number of children needing this care is rising due to advances that have increased survival rates in severe illnesses. The study will observe hospital admissions and emergency room visits of pediatric patients eligible for palliative care, focusing on how these acute events are managed. No specific treatments are given, as this is an observational study examining existing hospital practices and patient experiences. The study will collect data over about one year to evaluate the role of hospital care in managing these urgent health situations. Participants will be children under 18 years who qualify for pediatric palliative care based on established criteria. Researchers will track hospital and emergency room admissions to understand patterns and outcomes. This includes gathering information about hospitalization frequency and duration. The study aims to provide insights that could improve coordination and care for children with complex medical needs, ensuring their treatment goals and family communication are well supported.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Analysis of the Hospital Node in the Management of Acute Events of Patients Referred to Pediatric Palliative Care

Who Can Participate

All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you...

Living patients younger than 18 years at the time of the event
Patients with conditions eligible for pediatric palliative care as defined by the Association for Children's Palliative Care and the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health

You will not qualify if you...

History of severe allergic reactions to study medication Currently pregnant or breastfeeding Recent participation in another clinical trial within the last 30 days Presence of uncontrolled medical conditions that could affect safety

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 visit (in-person)

Long-term Monitoring

Duration - Approximately 1 year

Participants who are eligible for pediatric palliative care are observed to quantify emergency room and hospital admissions over time.

Visits occur as needed based on acute events and hospital admissions