Probiotic drops for very preterm babies in Scandinavia
Part of Digestive system, Genetic & congenital, Infections clinical trials.
This trial studies whether giving probiotic supplements to extremely preterm newborns helps improve health outcomes. It’s meant for babies born very early, and the results could help guide safer early nutrition and care.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born extremely preterm between 22 weeks 0 days and 27 weeks 6 days in pregnancy.
- In the first 72 hours of life, doctors have not identified severe complications with a very low chance of survival.
- Your baby does not have major birth defects (major congenital anomalies).
- Your baby is not already enrolled in another treatment study that measures similar outcomes.
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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