Ultrasound and light sensor to check gut health after blood transfusion in preterm babies
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Digestive system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study uses ultrasound and a light-based sensor to monitor the gut in very premature babies who receive a blood transfusion. The goal is to see if these tools can detect early signs of intestinal injury, which may help prevent serious complications.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born very early, between 23 and 31 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby is in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at the hospital.
- Your baby will receive a blood transfusion during their hospital stay.
- You agree to let your baby take part in the study and sign a consent form.
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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