Using infrared cameras to spot bone or joint infections in children
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests if a special camera that detects heat (infrared thermography) can help doctors quickly identify bone or joint infections in children. If successful, it could lead to faster, painless diagnosis without extra blood tests or scans.
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Who can take part
- You are a child or young person up to 15 years old.
- A doctor suspects you have a new bone or joint infection, based on your symptoms, exam, and blood work.
- You are being seen at Sheffield Children's Hospital (emergency room or referred from another hospital).
- You can understand the study information in English (or a parent can).
- Your doctors agree that taking part won't interfere with your treatment.
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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