Monitoring oxygen levels during blood transfusions in preterm babies
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study uses a special light sensor (called NIRS) placed on your baby's skin to check how well blood and oxygen are reaching their organs during a blood transfusion. The goal is to see if the transfusion safely improves oxygen levels in preterm babies, which may help doctors care for them better.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born before 37 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby is due to receive a blood transfusion.
- Your baby has been taking feedings of at least 25 ml per kilogram of body weight each day.
- Your baby's condition is stable.
- Your baby does not have major birth defects or a known genetic condition.
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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