Comfort seat for newborn spinal tap
Part of Brain & nervous system, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests a special seat to help make a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) safer and more comfortable for newborns. It compares the seat to the usual way of holding a baby during the procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your baby was born at least 34 weeks (late preterm or full term).
- Your baby weighs between 2.5 and 5 kilograms (about 5.5 to 11 pounds).
- Your baby does not have any medical reason that prevents a lumbar puncture (spinal tap).
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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