Plastic bag beats blanket for preemie warmth?
NCT ID NCT07661511
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether wrapping premature babies in a plastic bag (polyethylene bag) keeps them warmer than the usual prewarmed blanket during transfer from the delivery room to the NICU. Sixty-seven babies weighing 2 kilograms or less were randomly assigned to one of the two methods. Researchers measured body temperature, heart rate, oxygen levels, and blood sugar to see which method better prevents hypothermia.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Neonatal polyethylene bag (Neohelp®) and prewarmed blanket
What this could lead to
If the plastic bag works better, it could become a simple, low-cost way to prevent dangerous heat loss in premature babies during transfer.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 67 babies, so results may not apply to all hospitals or situations. The plastic bag might not be as effective or safe in larger, more diverse groups.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for PREMATURE BIRTH are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Locations
-
Hospital de Especialidades del Niño y la Mujer
Querétaro, Mexico