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New treatment option for Hypoxic-ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Official title Therapeutic Hypothermia for Neonatal Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy in Vietnam
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07555652
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic hypothermia in neonates diagnosed with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). The study focuses on assessing both short-term outcomes after treatment and long-term neurological outcomes following therapeutic hypothermia.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 0 to 6
You may be able to join if
- Neonates diagnosed with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) at the Neonatal Center, National Children's Hospital
- Gestational age ≥ 36 weeks
- Assessed using the modified Sarnat staging within the first 0-6 hours after birth
- Eligible for and/or treated with therapeutic hypothermia according to institutional protocol
- Underwent clinical and paraclinical monitoring during hospitalization
You likely can't join if
- Presence of major congenital anomalies, particularly involving the central nervous system
- Absence of brain MRI during the study period
- Refusal of participation by parent(s) or legal guardian(s)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Neonates diagnosed with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) at the Neonatal Center, National Children's Hospital
- Gestational age ≥ 36 weeks
- Assessed using the modified Sarnat staging within the first 0-6 hours after birth
- Eligible for and/or treated with therapeutic hypothermia according to institutional protocol
- Underwent clinical and paraclinical monitoring during hospitalization
- Received brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) during the neonatal period (from 5 to 17 days of age)
- Availability of complete medical records for data collection and analysis
- Presence of major congenital anomalies, particularly involving the central nervous system
- Absence of brain MRI during the study period
- Refusal of participation by parent(s) or legal guardian(s)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ha Nội, Hanoi, Vietnam
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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, 0 hours to 6 hours. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ha Nội, Hanoi, Vietnam. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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