Could a simple ultrasound predict which newborns breathe on their own?

NCT ID NCT07764575

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Summary

This study looks at newborns in the NICU who have been on a breathing machine (ventilator) for at least 48 hours. The goal is to see if heart and lung ultrasounds, along with a blood test for a specific molecule, can predict whether a baby will successfully breathe on their own after the breathing tube is removed. By identifying predictors of extubation failure, doctors might better time this critical step and improve care for fragile newborns.

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 predictive tool that helps doctors decide when it's safe to remove a breathing tube from a newborn, potentially reducing complications.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, so it won't test a treatment. The findings may not apply to all newborns, and the predictive accuracy of the markers is uncertain.

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EXTUBATION FAILURE NEONATES NICU

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