An observational study in Smoke Exposure and Smokeless Tobacco, sponsored by Egyptian Chinese University. Not yet recruiting. Open to participants aged 6 Years to 11 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2024-12-18.
Sponsored by Egyptian Chinese University · Observational
This is an observational study that aims to understand the effects of passive smoking (secondhand smoke exposure) on children's health and development. The main question the study seeks to answer is:
How does exposure to secondhand smoke affect the physical fitness, cognitive abilities, and academic performance of primary school children?
The study will compare two groups of children aged 6-11 years: one group exposed to secondhand smoke at home (due to parents or caregivers who smoke) and another group not exposed to secondhand smoke. The children's physical capacity, cognitive skills, and school performance will be assessed through various tests.
The goal of the study is to provide valuable insights into how secondhand smoke may negatively impact children, helping families, schools, and healthcare providers understand the risks and promote healthier, smoke-free environments for children.
This observational study aims to assess the effects of passive smoking on functional capacity, cognitive abilities, and academic performance in primary school children aged 6-11 years. The study will compare two groups: children exposed to secondhand smoke (passive smokers) and children not exposed (non-smokers).
Children in the passive smoking group have one or both parents who have been smoking for at least six years, with moderate to high levels of exposure based on a smoking index. These children will be compared with children in the non-smoking group who are not exposed to secondhand smoke at home or in other environments. The study will focus on three primary outcome areas:
This study will not involve any interventions, as it is observational in nature. Instead, it will collect data to identify differences in physical, cognitive, and academic outcomes based on passive smoking exposure. All data collection will occur at baseline, with the assessments conducted in a controlled, quiet environment to minimize distractions.
The sample will consist of 90 children (45 in each group), with participation based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Children will be selected from primary schools in Cairo, Egypt, where parents have provided informed consent for participation. The study results will contribute valuable insights into the negative effects of secondhand smoke on children's health and development, which can guide health care providers, educators, and families in promoting smoke-free environments for children.
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The study population consists of 90 primary school children aged 6-11 years, selected from various primary schools in Cairo, Egypt. These children are categorized into two groups: 45 children exposed to secondhand smoke (passive smokers) and 45 children not exposed to secondhand smoke (non-smokers). All children are healthy and without any cognitive, visual, or musculoskeletal impairments. The children in the passive smokers group have parents who have been smoking for at least 6 years with moderate to high levels of smoking exposure. The non-smokers group consists of children who are not exposed to secondhand smoke at home or in their environments. The children's participation is voluntary, with informed consent obtained from parents or guardians.
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Exclusion Criteria:
This group includes children aged 6-11 years who are exposed to secondhand smoke at home. At least one parent or caregiver is a smoker, with a smoking history of no less than six years. The level of exposure is categorized as moderate to high based on the smoking index (number of cigarettes per day multiplied by years of smoking).
This group includes children aged 6-11 years who are not exposed to secondhand smoke at home or in other environments. Neither parent nor caregiver is a smoker, ensuring no passive smoke exposure.
Impact of Passive Smoking on Functional Capacity in Primary School Children
Functional capacity will be assessed using the 3-Minute Step Test (3MST). This test measures cardiorespiratory fitness by evaluating the total number of completed step cycles (up and down) within 3 minutes and the heart rate recovery one minute post-exercise. The reported outcomes will include: Number of steps completed (unit: step cycles). Heart rate recovery (unit: beats per minute). These outcomes will be analyzed separately. Higher heart rate recovery values indicate worse cardiorespiratory fitness, whereas more completed step cycles indicate better fitness.
Time frame: At the start of the study (baseline).
Impact of Passive Smoking on Cognitive Abilities in Primary School Children
Cognitive abilities will be assessed using the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V). The WISC-V provides composite scores in five domains: Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI): range 50-150. Working Memory Index (WMI): range 50-150. Processing Speed Index (PSI): range 50-150. Fluid Reasoning Index (FRI): range 50-150. Full-Scale IQ (FSIQ): range 50-150. Higher scores indicate better cognitive functioning in each domain.
Time frame: At the start of the study (baseline).
Impact of Passive Smoking on Academic Performance in Primary School Children
Academic performance will be assessed using the Academic Performance Rating Scale (APRS). This scale includes 19 items, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = poor, 5 = excellent). The total score ranges from 19 to 95, with higher scores indicating better academic performance.
Time frame: At the start of the study (baseline).
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