Less fat, smarter start: study tests lipid reduction to shield preterm brains
NCT ID NCT04584983
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study looks at whether giving extremely preterm babies less intravenous fat (lipids) can lower harmful bilirubin levels and protect their brain development. About 134 infants will be monitored for bilirubin, hearing, and developmental outcomes at age 2. The goal is to find a simple way to reduce the risk of brain injury in these vulnerable newborns.
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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