Could a sticky patch replace invasive temperature probes in newborns?

This pilot study is testing whether a wireless adhesive thermometer can safely and accurately monitor body temperature in newborns undergoing therapeutic hypothermia, a cooling treatment for brain injury. Currently, temperature is tracked with an invasive rectal probe, which carries risks of injury and infection. The study will place the adhesive patch on the baby's armpit during rewarming and compare its readings with the standard rectal measurements, while also checking the skin for irritation. The goal is to see if this non-invasive approach could be a viable alternative for continuous temperature monitoring in these fragile infants.