Early Warning System for Serious Bowel Infection in Premature Babies
Part of Digestive system, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a new system to catch a serious bowel infection called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) early in premature babies. By identifying warning signs sooner, doctors hope to prevent severe complications and improve outcomes.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born prematurely, before 32 weeks of pregnancy
- Your baby is admitted to a neonatology department (premature baby intensive care unit)
- You consent to the study and allow doctors to use leftover blood from routine newborn screening for genetic testing
- Your baby's complete medical records from birth and hospitalization are available
- Your baby does not have known genetic conditions, chromosomal abnormalities, or major birth defects
- Your baby survived beyond the first 7 days after birth
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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