Light-Based device could spot kidney trouble in tiniest babies

NCT ID NCT07222722

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: NYU Langone Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive device that shines light through the skin can monitor kidney oxygen levels in premature babies born before 30 weeks. The goal is to see if low oxygen levels can predict acute kidney injury early. Researchers will track 100 infants over their first week of life, comparing oxygen readings with standard kidney function tests.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive way to detect kidney injury early in premature babies, potentially improving care.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The device measures oxygen levels, not kidney injury directly, so it may not reliably predict AKI.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute kidney injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY (AKI) POSTNATAL AKI

Contacts and locations

Locations

NYU Langone Health
RECRUITING

New York, New York, 10016, United States

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