Post-surgery PTSD risk study in children
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study follows children ages 6–12 having planned surgery to see if they develop post-traumatic stress symptoms afterward. It helps doctors understand risks and find ways to support children better.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- They must be having a planned (not emergency) surgery with general anesthesia.
- Your child should not have a past or current mental health condition like PTSD or anxiety.
- They must not have taken long-term steroid or hormone medications.
- Your child should not have a serious learning or cognitive problem.
- They must not have had a cold or lung infection in the last two weeks.
Quick eligibility check
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