Smart belt could save newborns from silent danger
NCT ID NCT07213401
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a soft belt that tracks a newborn's heart rate and breathing during the first few days of life. The goal is to catch early signs of sudden unexpected postnatal collapse (SUPC), a rare but serious event. Researchers will enroll 5,000 babies to see if the device detects warning signs that routine checks miss.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ComfTech HOWDY BABY wearable monitoring belt
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this device could help prevent sudden unexpected postnatal collapse in newborns by catching early warning signs like slow heart rate or breathing pauses.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with no results yet. The device may not reliably detect all warning events, and false alarms could cause unnecessary worry.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Irccs Aoubo
Bologna, BO, 40131, Italy