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Implementation of the Pain and Irritability of Unknown Origin (PIUO) Pathway in Community Pediatric Practices
Led by University of British Columbia · Updated on 2025-03-11
20
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
96 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The Pain and Irritability of Unknown Origin (PIUO) Pathway is a clinical pathway that was developed to evaluate and manage unexplained pain and irritability for children with severe neurological impairments (SNI) who cannot verbally communicate 'where it hurts'. The investigators studied the usefulness of the Pathway with families and expert clinicians in 4 centres across Canada. The aim of this Phase 2 study is to determine whether this tool can transfer from hospital research centres into the community. The Pathway will be used by community pediatricians across British Columbia (BC) when they see patients with PIUO. The investigators want to know how well these pediatricians can follow the Pathway. The goal is to create a systematic, cohesive approach to enhance the clinical care for all children with complex medical needs experiencing PIUO.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Implementation of the Pain and Irritability of Unknown Origin (PIUO) Pathway in Community Pediatric Practices
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged 6 months to 18 years with severe neurological impairments and unexplained pain and irritability
- Children with cognitive impairment or who are non-verbal
- Parents with sufficient English skills or access to assistance to participate in clinic visits and complete surveys
- General pediatricians practicing in community clinics in British Columbia
You will not qualify if you...
- Children outside the age range of 6 months to 18 years
- Children able to communicate or localize their pain
- Children with an explained and treatable cause of pain and irritability
- Parents without sufficient English skills or assistance to participate
- Healthcare professionals who are not general pediatricians (e.g., specialists, nurse practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals)
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
BC Children's Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6H 3V4
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
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Sharon Hou, PhD
CONTACT
A
Anne-Mette Hermansen, MA
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Number of Arms
1
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