Preventive surfactant therapy for preterm babies
Part of Genetic & congenital, Lungs & breathing, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether giving surfactant (a foam that helps lungs stay open) before breathing problems start can help very premature babies (born before 30 weeks) breathe better. It might reduce the need for a breathing tube.
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Who can take part
- Baby is born before 30 weeks of pregnancy
- Parent or guardian gives permission before birth
- No major birth defects
- Breathing trouble is not caused by something else
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