Premature Enhanced Automated Capture of Comfort Knowledge

Launched by NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY · Sep 7, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying ways to better monitor the comfort levels of preterm infants in hospitals. The goal is to find methods that can help healthcare providers understand how these babies are feeling, especially when they are experiencing pain or discomfort. By keeping track of their comfort continuously, the hope is to improve their care and overall experience in the hospital.

To be eligible for this study, infants must be born before 36 weeks of pregnancy and be medically stable, meaning they are not facing serious health issues. Parents will need to give their written consent for their child to participate. Unfortunately, infants with major brain or spine problems, or those whose parents do not wish to participate, will not be included in the study. If you decide to participate, you can expect regular comfort assessments that will help doctors and nurses provide the best possible care for your baby during their time in the hospital.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Preterm Infants born \<36 completed weeks of gestation
• • Medically stable
• • Written informed consent from parents
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Infants with significant brain, spine, or congenital abnormality
• • Parents unwilling to provide consent
• • Infants with postmenstrual age \>36 weeks