Back or belly? study seeks optimal baby position during crucial Post-Birth moment

NCT ID NCT05507424

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at whether placing a premature baby on their belly (prone) or back (supine) during delayed cord clamping helps them breathe better and reduces the need for a breathing tube. About 89 preterm infants will be randomly assigned to one of the two positions while still attached to the umbilical cord for 30-60 seconds after birth. The goal is to find the safest position to improve oxygen flow and reduce breathing complications.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins University

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

  • West Penn Hospital-Allegheny Health Network

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15224, United States

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