Noninvasive blood pressure monitoring for newborns using light sensors
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a new noninvasive method to monitor blood pressure in newborns using light sensors on the scalp. It aims to understand if this device, called FlexNIRS, can accurately track blood pressure without needing an arterial line or frequent cuff measurements.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be between 24 and 44 weeks postmenstrual age (adjusted age since conception).
- Your baby must be hospitalized at Massachusetts General Hospital or Brigham and Women’s Hospital newborn units.
- If your baby has an arterial line, they must be expected to keep it for at least 12 more hours.
- If your baby does not have an arterial line, they must have unstable blood pressure or be at risk for it, and can tolerate manual blood pressure checks every 1 to 4 hours.
- Your baby must not have any reason that prevents placing the FlexNIRS device on their scalp or head.
- Your baby must not have any major birth defects or genetic conditions.
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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