Breast Milk Rectal Treatment for Premature Infant Gut Health
Part of Digestive system, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving breast milk through the rectum helps develop healthy gut bacteria in very premature babies who haven't passed their first stool within 48 hours of birth. Researchers believe this approach may improve digestion and overall health in these vulnerable infants.
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Who can take part
- Baby was born very early (32 weeks or less of pregnancy) and weighed 1500 grams (about 3.3 pounds) or less at birth
- Baby has not passed meconium (first dark stool) within the first 48 hours after birth
- Parents must give written permission for the baby to participate
- Baby does not have major birth defects, especially in the digestive system
- Mother's breast milk is safe and available to use for the baby
- Baby is expected to survive past the first 72 hours of life
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