Plain-English translation of NCT05898529 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Researchers want to understand how common hidden COVID-19 infections are in children who are about to have surgery. Many children with COVID-19 don't feel sick at all, but they can still spread the virus to older people, vulnerable patients, and hospital staff. This study will use a quick, reliable nasal swab test to check for COVID-19 in children ages 2–17 who are already coming in for planned surgery.
We don't have good information about how often children undergoing surgery actually have COVID-19 without knowing it. Understanding this better could help hospitals protect vulnerable patients and staff during surgical procedures.
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Before your child's scheduled surgery, a healthcare provider will collect a nasal swab sample while your child is already asleep from anesthesia for their operation. The quick test results and information about any COVID-19 symptoms or recent exposures will be recorded. The whole process is simple and fast — it happens as part of the surgery preparation, so there are no extra visits needed.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 3, 2026 · Not medical advice
Canada
Enrollment target
~350 participants
Started
July 2023
Primary completion
December 2025
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
2 Years – 17 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in January 2025.
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Central contact
Olumuyiwa Bamgbade, MD,FRCPC
Salem Anaesthesia Pain Clinic
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.