A new system to secure breathing tubes for children and infants
Official title: Novel Pediatric Endotracheal Tube Securement System
Funded at Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation · NIH-10670972 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to keep breathing tubes in place for babies and young children in the hospital, aiming to prevent accidental dislodging that can cause serious health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Paul, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $939,594 |
| NIH project number | 5R44HD103566-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10670972 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are neonates, infants, and children who require mechanical ventilation in intensive care units.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in need of mechanical ventilation or who are older than the pediatric age range may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel securement system for endotracheal tubes used in pediatric and neonatal patients. The goal is to reduce the occurrence of unplanned extubations, which can lead to serious complications such as hypoxia and airway trauma. The project utilizes an innovative interlocking stabilizer design, adapted from an existing adult system, to ensure better stability and safety for young patients. By addressing the unique anatomical and physiological challenges faced by infants and children, this research aims to improve the overall effectiveness of mechanical ventilation in critical care settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce complications associated with unplanned extubation in pediatric patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in developing securement systems for adult patients, but this specific approach for pediatric patients is innovative and largely untested.
Where this research is happening
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Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation
Saint Paul, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rydberg, Nick — Minnesota Healthsolutions Corporation
- Study coordinator: Rydberg, Nick
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.