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TROPICS

  • Study HIC#:2000031760
  • Last Updated:08/12/2024
        The purpose of this study is to understand what factors might help us decide when to give a blood transfusion when children are very sick with an infection.

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    For more information about this study, including how to volunteer, contact:

    Michelle Ecarma, Research Coordinator

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    Eligibility Criteria

          • PICU admission
          • Age < 18 years
          • Septic Shock, defined by the following:
    1. Has at least one SIRS criteria, AND
    2. Need for vasoactive infusion for shock (excluding dopamine < 5 mcg/kg/min), AND
    3. Administration of systemic antimicrobial therapy for proven or suspected infection

    Principal Investigator

    For more information about this study, including how to volunteer, contact:

    Michelle Ecarma, Research Coordinator