Cheek muscle thickness may predict feeding success in preemies
NCT ID NCT07656467
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether the thickness of the masseter (cheek) muscle affects how premature babies learn to feed by mouth. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure the muscle and observe feeding sessions in 30 infants born between 28 and 32 weeks. The goal is to understand feeding development better, which could help improve care in neonatal units.
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better understand feeding difficulties in premature babies and improve care in neonatal units.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study with only 30 infants. It does not test a treatment, so results may not lead to direct changes in care.
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