Push-pull blood draw through central lines in children
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This trial tests if using a push-pull method to collect blood from a central line (a special IV) causes less red blood cell damage and blood loss in hospitalized children compared to the standard method.
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Who can take part
- A child 0 to 18 years old hospitalized at Ghent University Hospital's pediatric department
- Has a central venous catheter (like a Hickman, port-a-cath, or other type) that is working well
- The catheter tip is in the right position (confirmed by X-ray or exam)
- Needs blood draws at least once a week during the hospital stay
- No current bloodstream or catheter infection at the time of joining the study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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