Can coconut oil soothe preemie skin? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07503457

First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study looked at whether applying coconut oil or moisturizing lotion helps the skin of premature newborns. Researchers checked skin condition, moisture, pH, and vital signs like temperature and heart rate in 90 preterm infants over 5 days. The goal was to see if these simple moisturizers improve skin health and stability in fragile newborns.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Adnan Menderes Univercity

    Aydin, Aydın, Turkey (Türkiye)

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