New treatment option for Status Epilepticus
Official title Improving Status Epilepticus Treatment Times
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06194747
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a stepped-wedge cluster randomized effectiveness-implementation hybrid study aimed at determining the effect of dissemination of a QI bundle on the time to treatment of SE among hospitalized, non-critically ill children. The primary study endpoint is to decrease the time from the SE diagnosis to treatment with the first dose of a benzodiazepine (BZD) as measured during hospitalization, which will decrease chances of morbidity and mortality.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 30 to 18
You may be able to join if
- SE episode occurs in a male or female child aged between \> 30 days to \< 19 years
- Seizures meeting AT LEAST ONE of the following criteria:
- continuous clinically apparent seizure lasting greater than 5 minutes
- continuous clinically apparent seizure of any duration receiving BZD
- repeated seizures without return to neurological baseline within 5 minutes
You likely can't join if
- SE episode occurs in a child with infantile spasms
- SE episode occurs in a child with electrographic-only seizures without clinical signs other than encephalopathy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation likely.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 30 days to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Columbus, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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