New study tests safer sedation for tiny lungs

NCT ID NCT04016246

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether giving a sedative called propofol to very premature babies (under 32 weeks) before a less invasive breathing treatment (LISA) is safe and reduces the need for a breathing machine. The trial involved 233 infants with breathing problems. Researchers compared propofol to a placebo, with rescue pain medicine available if needed.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

propofol

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a safer way to give sedation to premature babies during a breathing treatment, potentially reducing the need for a breathing tube.

What could go wrong

This is a completed Phase 3 trial, but results may not apply to all premature infants. Propofol can cause side effects like low blood pressure or breathing problems in newborns.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Premature Birth respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ap-H Marseille

    Marseille, 13000, France

  • CHU Grenoble Alpes

    Grenoble, Isère, 38043, France

  • Ch Rennes

    Rennes, 35000, France

  • Chi Creteil

    Créteil, 94000, France

  • Chi Poissy St Germain

    Poissy, 78300, France

  • Chu Amiens

    Amiens, 80000, France

  • Chu Angers

    Angers, 49000, France

  • Chu Brest

    Brest, 29200, France

  • Chu Chambery

    Chambéry, 73000, France

  • Chu Limoges

    Limoges, 87000, France

  • Chu Nantes

    Nantes, 44000, France

  • Chu Nimes

    Nîmes, 30000, France

  • centre hospitalier deTroyes

    Troyes, Aube, 10000, France