Coffee for preemies? study tests caffeine to shield tiny kidneys
NCT ID NCT07305935
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether giving caffeine early to preterm babies (born before 32 weeks) can prevent acute kidney injury. 236 newborns received either caffeine or standard supportive care within 24 hours of birth. Researchers tracked kidney injury, hospital stay length, and survival. The goal is to find a simple, safe way to protect fragile kidneys in the tiniest infants.
What this could mean
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Active substance
caffeine citrate
What this could lead to
If it works, early caffeine could become a simple, low-cost way to protect preterm babies' kidneys and reduce hospital stays.
What could go wrong
This is a single completed study with 236 infants. Results may not apply to all preterm babies, and caffeine can have side effects like jitteriness or heart rate changes.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The Children's Hospital & The Institute of Child Health
Multan, Punjab Province, 66000, Pakistan