New device could help save preterm babies by spotting oxygen drops
NCT ID NCT05278247
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new light-based monitor (NIRS) that checks oxygen levels in the abdomen of preterm infants. Researchers want to see if it works reliably and safely on 50 babies born before 35 weeks. If it does, it could help doctors quickly detect life-threatening gut problems like NEC.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- NIRS device (near-infrared spectroscopy monitor)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a safer, more reliable way to monitor oxygen levels in preterm infants, helping doctors catch dangerous conditions earlier.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with only 50 infants, focused on device performance rather than health outcomes. The device may not work as expected or may cause skin irritation.
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