Inclusion of children under 3 years in sickle cell clinical trials: Implications for nurse scientists

Abstract

This retrospective analysis of 526 sickle cell clinical trials examines disparities in the inclusion of very young pediatric patients and the impact of participation demographics on study outcomes and scientific success, providing guidance for nursing advocacy for vulnerable populations in clinical trial design and recruitment.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Authors

Katherine Young
Jessica Keim-Malpass

Author Details

Katherine Young, SN; Jessica Keim-Malpass, PhD -- School of Nursing, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA

Sigma Membership

Beta Kappa

Lead Author Affiliation

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Clinical Trial, Disparities, Pediatrics

Recommended Citation

Young, Katherine and Keim-Malpass, Jessica, "Inclusion of children under 3 years in sickle cell clinical trials: Implications for nurse scientists" (2017). Convention. 341.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2017/posters_2017/341

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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