Feeding or fasting? study aims to protect tiny Babies' bowels during transfusions

NCT ID NCT07191678

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at very premature babies to understand how feeding during a blood transfusion affects blood flow to their gut. Using gentle monitoring tools, researchers will measure oxygen levels in the brain and gut. The goal is to find safer ways to feed these babies during transfusions and reduce the risk of a life-threatening bowel condition called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). About 270 babies already enrolled in a larger trial will take part.

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Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital, Neontal Unit
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London, W12 0HS, United Kingdom

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NEC NEC - NECROTIZING ENTEROCOLITIS NEC - NECROTIZING ENTEROCOLITIS PRETERM BABIES PRETERM INFANT HEALTH