Tiny sensors may predict when preemies can breathe on their own

NCT ID NCT07542301

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Christiana Care Health Services Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study observes breathing patterns in 30 premature infants (born at 32 weeks or earlier) before and after removing their breathing tubes. Soft elastic bands placed on the chest and abdomen measure how well the chest and belly work together. The goal is to see if these measurements can predict which infants will struggle after tube removal, compared to standard tests.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors better predict which premature infants are ready to breathe on their own, reducing breathing tube complications.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study with only 30 infants, so results may not apply to all premature babies. It does not test any treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

adult acute respiratory distress syndrome Dyspnea respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PRETERM NEONATE RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME (RDS)

Contacts and locations

Locations

ChristianaCare Health Services, Inc.
RECRUITING

Newark, Delaware, 19718, United States

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