Testing thicker feeds for babies after unexplained brief events
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial looks at whether using thicker baby feeds can improve health outcomes for infants who have had their first “brief resolved unexplained event” (a short episode with no clear cause). It may help babies who are being monitored after this first episode.
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Who can take part
- You are under 1 year old
- You were admitted to Boston Children’s Hospital after your first lifetime brief resolved unexplained event
- You do not have another condition that would usually explain these events (such as seizure disorders or certain heart problems with blue color)
- You are not already using thickened liquids for a different medical reason
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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