Audio recordings to help breathing control mature in preterm babies
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial studies whether listening to special “womb” sounds can help a preterm baby’s breathing control develop as they grow. It may help babies who are already breathing on their own (with low or no extra oxygen support).
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born between 29 and 33 weeks of pregnancy (gestational age)
- Your baby is now about 34 weeks corrected age
- Your baby is off breathing machines or any breathing support above 1.5 liters per minute
- Your baby is not receiving respiratory support greater than 1.5 liters per minute
- Your baby does not have known congenital (born-with) major anomalies
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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