Feeding skills in very premature babies
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how very premature babies (born before 29 weeks) learn to feed by mouth. It may help doctors understand and support feeding development better.
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Who can take part
- Baby was born before 29 weeks of pregnancy
- Baby is being cared for in the Croix Rousse neonatology unit
- Baby was admitted to the unit within the first 3 days after birth
- Baby does not have a severe birth defect or condition needing surgery
- Baby does not have a silicone allergy
- Parents agree to the study
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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