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Simple CPAP right after birth may keep late preterm babies out of the NICU

NCT ID NCT05204719

Disease control Sponsor: University of Oklahoma Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested whether giving late preterm babies (34-37 weeks) born by C-section a short course of CPAP breathing support right after delivery could reduce their need for extra oxygen or breathing help. 120 babies were randomly assigned to receive either early CPAP or standard care. The goal was to see if this simple step could lower NICU admissions and improve breathing outcomes.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple breathing support right after birth could reduce the need for intensive care and help more late preterm babies breathe on their own.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply to all babies. The treatment is short-term and not a cure for prematurity.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

120 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2023

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

1 minute to 5 minutes

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Inborn newborns delivered by Cesarean section, gestational age between 34 weeks and \< 37 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: * Major congenital anomalies including pulmonary hypoplasia and lethal life-limiting conditions.

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Conditions

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Premature Birth

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Premature birth

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Indiana University

    Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan, 8331150, Chile

  • Saint Louis University

    St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States

  • The University of Oklahoma Health Campus

    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States

  • University of Alberta

    Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3V9, Canada

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