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Review of Infant Oral Feeding and Skills

Launched by WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · Dec 13, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of June 26, 2025

Enrolling by invitation

Keywords

Nutrition Infant Neonate Dysphagia Synactive Theory Of Development Life Course Health Development Feeding Skill Assessment (Fsa) Smart Tool Deglutition

ClinConnect Summary

Situation: Feeding Problems in Infancy

Feeding problems are a frequent complication for infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), with an estimated 80% of infants experiencing feeding difficulties during their NICU stay. Inadequate oral feeding (by volume) is one of the most common reasons for prolonged NICU stays. Feeding problems are common reasons for hospital readmission in the moderate and late preterm population. In a large multicenter retrospective study of premature infants born before 33 weeks gestation, less than 4% were discharged from NICU with feeding tubes (nasogast...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Neonates admitted and discharged from Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center (AIMMC) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) from April 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Discharged without attaining full independent oral feeds by volume. This excludes infant deaths and transfers without attaining full oral feeds.

About Wake Forest University Health Sciences

Wake Forest University Health Sciences is a leading academic research institution dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative clinical trials and translational research. With a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration, the organization leverages its extensive expertise in medical research, patient care, and education to develop and evaluate new therapies and interventions. Committed to improving patient outcomes and public health, Wake Forest University Health Sciences fosters a dynamic environment for scientific inquiry, engaging in a wide range of clinical studies that address pressing health challenges. Through its rigorous methodologies and ethical standards, the institution aims to contribute significantly to the medical field and enhance the quality of life for diverse populations.

Locations

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Ravi Mishra, MD, FAAP

Principal Investigator

Advocate Health

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported