Lung ultrasound to guide breathing support for preterm babies
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study is testing whether using ultrasound pictures of the lungs (called lung ultrasound) can help doctors choose the best breathing support for premature babies. It will involve babies who are already on NCPAP, a common breathing machine, and may help improve their treatment.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born before 33 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby is at least 1 week old.
- Your baby is currently using NCPAP (a type of breathing support with small tubes in the nose).
- Doctors expect your baby to need NCPAP for at least the next 5 days.
- Your baby has not had abdominal surgery.
- Your baby has no major birth defects.
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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