Does a stomach tube prevent breathing problems in babies with pyloric stenosis?

NCT ID NCT05068622

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether placing a tube through the nose into the stomach (nasogastric tube) before surgery helps prevent breathing complications in infants with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis. The condition causes a blockage in the stomach outlet, leading to forceful vomiting. Researchers compared babies who received the tube with those who did not, checking for issues like pneumonia or need for oxygen before surgery. The goal is to see if this common practice actually provides a benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: nasogastric tube
What this could lead to: If the tube proves helpful, it could confirm a standard practice for preventing breathing complications before pyloric stenosis surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, retrospective study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The tube might not reduce complications and could even delay treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertrophic pyloric stenosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HYPERTROPHIC PYLORIC STENOSIS RESPIRATORY COMPLICATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHU Amiens Nord

Amiens, 80054, France

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