Preterm Tots' lungs under the microscope: new study aims to uncover asthma clues

NCT ID NCT02636933

First seen Apr 18, 2026 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study followed 152 preschool children (ages 3-5) to see how being born early (before 37 weeks) affects lung function. Researchers measured breathing using special tests and checked for allergies. The goal was to learn more about asthma and allergic rhinitis risks in preterm kids, but the study was stopped early.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute of Biomedicine and Molecular Immunology, IBIM

    Palermo, Palermo, 90146, Italy

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