RAM Cannula vs. Short Prongs for Breathing Support in Preterm Infants
Part of Lungs & breathing, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of breathing support for premature babies after they come off a ventilator. It aims to find which interface—RAM cannula or short binasal prongs—helps babies breathe better and recover faster.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born at the hospital where the trial is taking place (not transferred in).
- Your baby is 32 weeks or less of pregnancy at birth OR weighs 1500 grams (about 3.3 pounds) or less.
- Your baby has breathing problems (respiratory distress syndrome) and has been on a breathing machine for at least 24 hours.
- Your baby does not have major birth defects.
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