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Conventional Ultrafiltration Versus Dilutional Ultrafiltration in Pediatric CPB Patients (NCT07221630)

Effects of Conventional and Dilutional Ultrafiltration Techniques During Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Pediatric Cardiac Patients

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐Ÿ“Š Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: Akron Children's Hospital

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The investigators will be comparing two different filtration methods on cardiopulmonary bypass for pediatric heart surgery patients. Three blood tests will be taken from the patient to compare which filtration method is better at decreasing post-cardiopulmonary bypass inflammation caused by the heart-lung machine.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Akron Children's Hospital โ€” Akron, Ohio

Age range: 1 Day to 5 Years

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Akron Children's Hospital โ€” Akron, Ohio

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Phone: (330) 543-8536

Email: lstuhm@akronchildrens.org

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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