Complex polypharmacy in children with life-limiting conditions
Research type
Research Study
Full title
The identification of the support needs of parents/carers of children and young people who have life-limiting conditions with complex polypharmacy. The PolyPILL Study
IRAS ID
336966
Contact name
Toity Deave
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of the West of England, Bristol
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 1 months, 28 days
Research summary
This project was developed following observations from patients and their families and from healthcare professionals (HCPs) who work with children and young people with complex needs, about the challenges of medicine management. Parents/carers and HCP prescribers will be interviewed to understand the impact of polypharmacy on families, children and young people living with complex conditions; and to identify their support needs.
REC name
West Midlands - Black Country Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
24/WM/0160
Date of REC Opinion
26 Jul 2024
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion