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Hypertonic Saline for Mild TBI in Pediatric Patients
Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare two different treatments (normal saline and hypertonic saline) for concussions to see if one makes more of a difference in symptoms that can occur following concussions.
Official title: Efficacy of Hypertonic Saline as a Treatment for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Pediatric Patients
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
8 Years - 17 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
74
Start Date
2023-11-01
Completion Date
2025-11-30
Last Updated
2025-07-11
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Hypertonic Saline ( 3% Sodium Chloride Saline)
The intervention group (n=37) will receive 5ml/kg of 3% hypertonic saline, and the control group (n=37) will receive 5ml/kg of 0.9% normal saline. There is a maximum volume of 500ml for both fluids.
Normal Saline (0.9% NaCl)
The intervention group (n=37) will receive 5ml/kg of 3% hypertonic saline, and the control group (n=37) will receive 5ml/kg of 0.9% normal saline. There is a maximum volume of 500ml for both fluids.
Locations (1)
Dell Children's Medical Center
Austin, Texas, United States