Comparison of the User Experience of Four Nasal Aspirators in Infants

Launched by CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF EASTERN ONTARIO · Feb 6, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is examining how easy and effective different nasal aspirators are for relieving congestion in infants with colds. The study is comparing four devices: the NozeBot electric nasal aspirator, the NoseFrida SnotSucker, the hydraSense Baby Nasal Aspirator Kit, and the Braun electric nasal aspirator. Caregivers will use one of these devices at home for ten days while their infant is sick and then continue to use it for up to three months. They will be asked to fill out online surveys at different times to share their experiences, any changes they notice in their baby's sleeping, feeding, and breathing, and how using the device affects their own sleep and stress levels.

To participate, caregivers must have a child aged 2 to 18 months who is seeking outpatient care for a respiratory illness like a cold or flu. They also need to be fluent in English and comfortable using a nasal aspirator. If you or someone you know meets these criteria, this trial could provide valuable insights into how different nasal aspirators work and which might be the best fit for your family during cold season.

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Eligibility criteria

• • Inclusion Criteria
• A parent(s)/caregiver(s)/family will be eligible to participate if:
• • They have a child between 2 months - 18 months of age
• • They are seeking outpatient care for that child for a respiratory illness (cold, flu, RSV) at the Kids Come First Care clinic
• • The child does not have any contraindications to the use of a nasal aspirator
• • The parent(s)/caregiver(s) are fluent in English
• • Exclusion Criteria
• A parent(s)/caregiver(s)/family will be ineligible to participate if:
• • They have a child younger than 2 months or 13 months old or older currently seeking outpatient care for a respiratory illness
• • The child is admitted to hospital
• • The child does not have a respiratory illness
• • The child has a diagnosed craniofacial syndrome
• • The child has a defined contraindication and cannot use a nasal aspirator
• • The parents/caregivers are not comfortable using a nasal aspirator
• • The parent/caregivers are not fluent in English