Which baby facemask is best? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07524517
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two different facemasks (round and triangular) used with two hands to help newborn babies who need help breathing. Researchers want to see which mask causes less air leakage, so babies get the full breathing support they need. About 50 babies in the neonatal unit will take part, and each will be randomly assigned to one mask type.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 50 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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May 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * All term and preterm neonates in the neonatal unit who the clinical team have decided to intubate, with or without pre-medication, and who require mask ventilation prior to intubation attempt. Exclusion Criteria: * Neonates with a congenital malformation that would impact mask seal will not be included.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The National Maternity Hospital Dublin
RECRUITINGDublin, Leinster, D02 YH21, Ireland
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