Simple CPAP right after birth may keep late preterm babies out of the NICU
NCT ID NCT05204719
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested whether giving late preterm babies (34-37 weeks) born by C-section a short course of CPAP breathing support right after delivery could reduce their need for extra oxygen or breathing help. 120 babies were randomly assigned to receive either early CPAP or standard care. The goal was to see if this simple step could lower NICU admissions and improve breathing outcomes.
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Active substance
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple breathing support right after birth could reduce the need for intensive care and help more late preterm babies breathe on their own.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply to all babies. The treatment is short-term and not a cure for prematurity.
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Locations
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Indiana University
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan, 8331150, Chile
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Saint Louis University
St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
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The University of Oklahoma Health Campus
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States
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University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3V9, Canada