A glowing clue: light sensor may spot kidney damage in newborns
NCT ID NCT07743099
First seen Aug 03, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive light-based monitor, called near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), can detect kidney injury early in newborns with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) who are undergoing cooling therapy. The monitor measures oxygen levels in the kidneys and brain continuously for 72 hours. Researchers will compare these readings between newborns who develop acute kidney injury and those who do not, to see if NIRS can serve as an early warning sign.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Continuous cerebral and bilateral renal near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) monitoring
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could enable earlier, non-invasive detection of kidney injury in newborns with HIE, potentially improving outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small observational study, so results may not be conclusive. NIRS readings can be affected by various factors, and the technique may not reliably distinguish all cases.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kayseri City Hospital
Kayseri, Kayseri, 38090, Turkey (Türkiye)
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