Comparing feeding methods for infants with severe lung disease
Part of Genetic & congenital, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of feeding infants with severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia (a chronic lung condition in premature babies) to see which helps with feeding problems such as reflux or aspiration. Infants will try both methods at different times to find out which works best.
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Who can take part
- Born before 32 weeks of pregnancy
- Currently in the Le Bonheur NICU (newborn intensive care unit)
- Has severe lung disease (grade 2 or 3 BPD) needing breathing support at 36 weeks
- Has signs of reflux, choking during feeding, or trouble tolerating feeds
- Can tolerate at least 100 mL of milk per kilogram of body weight each day
Quick eligibility check
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