Which weaning method works best for tiny lungs?
NCT ID NCT07202299
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at 110 preterm babies (born at 34 weeks or earlier) with breathing problems who need a special ventilator. Doctors want to find out which of two weaning methods helps them come off the machine safely with the fewest complications. The main goal is to see which method leads to fewer babies needing to go back on the ventilator within 72 hours.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 110 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- 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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Inclusion Criteria: * Preterm infants with RDS whose gestational age is 34 weeks or less who required HFOV for more than 24 hours duration due to failure of non- invasive respiratory support due to any of the following: 1. Severe hypercapnea PaCO2 \> 60 mmHg associated with pH \< 7.25. 2. Hypoxemia PaO2 \< 50 mmHg, with FiO2 \> 40%. 3. Frequent apneas: 6 or more episodes of apnea requiring mild or moderate stimulation within 6-hour period or one apneic episode requiring bag and mask positive pressure ventilation. Exclusion Criteria: Preterm infants with any of the following : 1. Major congenital malformations or chromosomal aberrations. 2. Inborn errors of metabolism. 3. Severe intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) grade III or IV
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mansoura University Children Hospital
RECRUITINGAl Mansurah, Egypt
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