Premature baby heart study aims to uncover hidden risks

NCT ID NCT02016599

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Iowa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study is closely watching heart and lung changes in extremely low birth weight babies (under 1000 grams) during their first week of life. Researchers want to understand why some preemies develop low blood pressure and related complications. By using standard and new monitoring methods, they hope to find early warning signs that could improve care for these fragile infants.

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 study could help doctors better understand and predict heart and lung problems in premature babies, potentially leading to earlier interventions.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It aims to gather information, not to test a new therapy, so direct benefits for participants are unlikely.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypotensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HYPOTENSION NEONATAL PREMATURITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Iowa

Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States

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