Could a quick CPAP boost help preterm babies breathe better?
NCT ID NCT07522346
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether briefly increasing the air pressure from a CPAP machine before giving surfactant therapy helps preterm babies' lungs work better. Surfactant is a natural substance that helps immature lungs stay open, and it's often given through a thin tube. The trial will compare this 'lung recruitment' approach to standard care in 36 infants born between 24 and 32 weeks. The goal is to see if the simple pressure change improves how evenly air spreads in the lungs.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Lung recruitment manoeuvre (increased CPAP pressure) before minimally invasive surfactant therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to make surfactant therapy more effective for preterm babies, potentially reducing the need for more breathing support.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study (36 infants) looking at lung patterns, not long-term outcomes. The intervention is brief and may not show clear benefits or could cause temporary discomfort.
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Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital
Saint Albans, Victoria, 3021, Australia
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