Can a gentle breathing aid at birth save tiny lungs?
NCT ID NCT07162285
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving bubble CPAP (a gentle breathing support) to preterm babies under 34 weeks within 10 minutes of birth helps them breathe better. Fifty-two babies will be randomly assigned to receive either bubble CPAP or standard oxygen in the delivery room. Researchers will compare how many need a ventilator, surfactant, or die early to see if early CPAP makes a difference.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Bubble CPAP (a gentle breathing support device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that starting bubble CPAP immediately after birth helps preterm babies breathe easier and reduces serious lung problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 52 babies, so results may not apply to all preterm infants. The device may not reduce the need for a ventilator or prevent death.
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Locations
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Nuzhat nuary Jui
Dhaka, 1229, Bangladesh