Nichd Neonatal Research Network

This study tests whether adding budesonide (an anti-inflammatory drug) to standard surfactant therapy helps extremely preterm babies (born before 29 weeks or weighing under 2.2 pounds) avoid severe chronic lung disease or death. About 640 infants will receive either the combinati…

This study looked at whether treating a common heart condition (patent ductus arteriosus) in premature babies is better than simply watching and waiting. About 482 infants born very early were included. The goal was to see which approach reduces the risk of death or serious lung …

This study compares cycled (on-and-off) phototherapy to continuous phototherapy in extremely premature infants (under 750 grams or 27 weeks gestation). The goal is to see if cycled treatment improves survival to discharge while still controlling bilirubin levels. About 1,700 babi…