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Could a daily vitamin pill fortify breast milk for the tiniest babies?
Disease control Not yet recruitingPreterm infants are born with low vitamin A stores and rely on breast milk to meet their needs, putting them at risk for deficiency. This trial tests whether giving mothers of very preterm infants (born before 29 weeks) a daily high-dose vitamin A supplement for four months can i…
Matched conditions: PREMATURE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Mississippi Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a drop of breast milk ease needle pain in premature babies?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares giving premature infants a small amount of breast milk, 10% dextrose, or 20% dextrose by mouth, along with gentle positioning, during a routine heel prick blood test. The goal is to see which approach best reduces pain and stabilizes heart rate, breathing, and…
Matched conditions: PREMATURE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mersin University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Preemie feeding breakthrough: simple mouth exercises may cut hospital stays
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares three methods to help premature babies learn to eat by mouth: a special mouth exercise program (PIOMI), pacifier use, and standard care. Researchers will enroll 150 babies born between 26 and 32 weeks of pregnancy. The goal is to see which approach helps babie…
Matched conditions: PREMATURE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Baghdad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Breast milk enemas: a new hope for preterm infant gut health?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving breast milk enemas to preterm babies can improve their gut bacteria and reduce complications like feeding problems. Sixty preterm infants will receive either breast milk or saltwater enemas for five days. The goal is to see if this simple approach …
Matched conditions: PREMATURE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zekai Tahir Burak Women's Health Research and Education Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Preemie mouth reflexes may predict feeding troubles
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at very premature babies (born at 26-27 weeks) to see if their reactions to mouth stimulation at 29 weeks can predict feeding difficulties at 36 weeks. Researchers will observe 80 babies and record their responses. The goal is to create a simple tool to spot feed…
Matched conditions: PREMATURE
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC