New test using stomach fluid may predict breathing trouble in newborns
NCT ID NCT07344714
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether analyzing stomach fluid from newborns can predict if they will need breathing support for more than 6 hours after birth. Researchers will enroll 500 babies born at 32 weeks or later in a lower-level NICU. The goal is to see if a new algorithm can accurately identify which babies are at risk for respiratory distress syndrome and other breathing issues, helping doctors make faster decisions.
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 test that helps doctors predict breathing problems in newborns earlier, potentially improving care in lower-level NICUs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. The prediction method may not be accurate enough for widespread use, and results may not apply to all newborns.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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