Nichd Neonatal Research Network

This study looked at whether actively treating a heart condition called patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in premature infants is better than watching and waiting. About 482 babies born very early (22-28 weeks) were included. The main goal was to see which approach reduces the risk …

This study compares two ways of giving phototherapy (light treatment) to extremely premature infants with jaundice. The standard method uses continuous light, while the new approach cycles the light on and off. Researchers want to see if cycled phototherapy helps more babies surv…

This study tests whether adding budesonide (an anti-inflammatory drug) to standard surfactant therapy helps extremely preterm babies (born before 29 weeks or weighing under 2.2 pounds) avoid severe chronic lung disease or death. About 640 infants will receive either the combinati…