Invasive bacterial infections in children with sickle cell disease
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study looks at children with sickle cell disease who were hospitalized for serious bacterial infections like meningitis, pneumonia, bone or joint infections, or bloodstream infections. It aims to learn more about these infections to improve care.
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Who can take part
- You must be under 18 years old.
- You must have sickle cell disease.
- You must have been hospitalized between January 2020 and December 2025.
- You were hospitalized for a bacterial infection such as meningitis, pneumonia, bone or joint infection, or a bloodstream infection.
- The bacteria must be identified by a culture or PCR test.
Quick eligibility check
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