Comparing guidelines for head injury in kids in the ER
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial is looking at two different sets of rules (PECARN vs NICE) used by doctors to decide if a child with a head injury needs a CT scan. The goal is to see which set of rules works better in helping doctors make the right choice for children under 16.
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Who can take part
- You or a child you care for is under 16 years old.
- You or a child you care for has a head injury that the doctor thinks might need a CT scan of the brain.
- You or a child you care for is stable enough to safely have a CT scan.
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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