Could a simple blanket prevent dangerous heat loss in newborns?
NCT ID NCT06275932
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two ways to keep healthy full-term newborns warm during skin-to-skin contact with their mothers right after birth. One group uses a thermal blanket, while the other uses standard bedding (a mat and cotton sheet). The goal is to see which method better prevents hypothermia, which can lead to serious health problems. The trial involves newborns born vaginally at 37 weeks or later.
What this could mean
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Active substance
thermal blanket
What this could lead to
If effective, using a simple thermal blanket could become a low-cost way to prevent hypothermia in healthy newborns right after birth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may not be conclusive or widely applicable. The intervention is low-risk but may not significantly improve temperature control.
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Locations
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Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico
Milan, 20122, Italy