PRETERM

This study looks at whether starting physiotherapy early, with family involvement, can improve movement and development in babies who are at risk for problems like cerebral palsy. About 50 infants from the NICU will be split into two groups: one gets the extra therapy, the other …

This study compares two types of breathing support (high-frequency oscillation vs. conventional ventilation) in very premature infants with acute respiratory distress syndrome. The goal is to see which method better reduces the risk of chronic lung disease (bronchopulmonary dyspl…

This study tests two online parenting programs for families of children born very preterm (before 32 weeks). About 90 parents will be assigned to one of three groups: a 7-session program, a microlearning version, or a comparison group with online resources. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether adding a cervical stitch (cerclage) to standard progesterone treatment can better prevent very early preterm birth (before 28 weeks) in women carrying twins who have a short cervix. About 260 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the…

This study tests a new early therapy called SAFE for babies aged 3-12 months who are at high risk for developmental problems due to conditions like prematurity or brain injury. About 34 infants will receive either SAFE or standard therapy for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if SAFE i…

This study tests a medical device called PIMUN to see if it can reduce the time preterm babies spend with low oxygen levels. About 20 infants born before 34 weeks and diagnosed with apnea of prematurity will take part. Each baby will be monitored for 48 hours with the device and …

This study looks at whether playing a mother's voice during feeding helps preterm babies breathe, suck, and swallow more easily. Researchers will measure heart rate, oxygen levels, and feeding skills in 50 preterm infants. The goal is to see if a simple, comforting sound can impr…

This UK study follows 90 families of very premature babies (born before 30 weeks) for one year after leaving the hospital. It looks at how the baby's health, especially if they had a serious bowel condition called NEC, affects the family's finances, emotions, and daily life. Pare…

This study tests a new ultrasound technology called NeoDoppler that can continuously monitor blood flow in the brains of sick and premature infants. Researchers will enroll 180 newborns, including healthy preterm and term babies as well as those with conditions like heart defects…

This study looks at whether giving a pacifier to preterm babies at set times (5 minutes before each feeding) or at random times helps them learn to feed better. Researchers will track how well the babies coordinate sucking and breathing, their weight gain, and how long they stay …

This study looks at a new wireless device called the Bambi-Belt that tracks heart rate and breathing in extremely premature babies (born before 26 weeks). Researchers want to see if it is easy for nurses to use, gentle on the baby's skin, and works well. 15 babies will be monitor…

This study aims to diagnose cerebral palsy (CP) earlier in babies who are at high risk, such as those born prematurely or with brain injuries. Researchers will use brain scans, sleep tests, and blood markers to predict which infants will develop CP and other developmental issues.…

This study looks at whether giving extra arginine (a nutrient) to infants after major bowel surgery or a serious gut infection (NEC) can improve their immune function. Researchers will compare three groups: some get arginine in their IV nutrition, some get it by mouth, and some g…