New diagnostic standards could better predict lung problems in preemies
NCT ID NCT04184648
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study looked at 322 premature babies born before 32 weeks to compare different ways of diagnosing bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a common lung disease. Researchers proposed a new classification that separates high-flow nasal cannula from other breathing support. They then compared this new standard with older ones to see which best predicts long-term breathing issues and other complications. The goal is to improve diagnosis and help doctors better manage BPD in preemies.
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 could lead to more accurate diagnosis and grading of bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature babies, helping doctors predict long-term breathing problems and other complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study comparing diagnostic criteria, not testing a treatment. Even if the new criteria are better, they won't directly improve outcomes without new therapies.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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322 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2020
- Finished
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Jul 2022
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
All premature infants whose gestational age is less than 32 weeks admitted to the neonatal department of children's hospital of chongqing medical university from January 2018 to May 2019 were in line with this study.
- Ages
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Up to 32 weeks
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * premature infants whose gestational age is less than 32 weeks; * hospital stay ≥14 days; * complete clinical medical records, including effective follow-up information Exclusion Criteria: * congenital heart and lung malformation and specific chromosomal diseases; * children abandon treatment halfway; * death of children due to factors other than respiratory system.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Children's hospital of Chongqing Medical University
Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, 400014, China
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