PREMATURE

This study tests whether giving DHA (a type of omega-3 fat) early to very preterm infants who are small at birth can improve head growth without causing too much fat gain. The trial will include 152 infants and measure head size and body fat at 36 weeks adjusted age. If successfu…

This study looks at three methods of giving premature babies (born at 32 weeks or earlier) extra blood from the placenta right after birth: intact cord milking, cut-cord milking, and delayed cord clamping. Researchers want to see which method best improves the baby's blood health…

This study tests whether a soft, FDA-approved belly band can help premature babies on breathing support develop stronger abdominal muscles. Researchers will measure muscle thickness with ultrasound and see if babies reach full oral feedings earlier. About 40 premature infants bet…

This study tests whether giving lactase enzyme drops with formula milk can prevent feeding intolerance in very premature infants (≤32 weeks). 120 babies will receive either lactase or placebo for 14 days. Researchers will track vomiting, stomach swelling, and leftover milk in the…

This study looks at whether a lung ultrasound done shortly after birth can predict which late preterm babies (born 34–36 weeks) will have breathing problems in the first two days of life. Researchers will compare three different ultrasound scoring methods. The goal is to help doc…

This study looks at how giving DHA and ARA supplements to very premature babies (born at 25 to 29 weeks) affects their metabolism and inflammation. Researchers will measure fatty acid levels and other biomarkers in blood. The goal is to understand how these nutrients work in the …

This study looks at 180 non-diabetic adults with early coronary artery disease to see if a measure called the triglyceride-glucose index is linked to how many arteries are blocked. Participants will have a standard heart imaging test (angiogram) to map their artery disease. The g…