Clinical trial Recruiting at 19 sites Interventional Ages 0 Days to 9 Weeks

Comparing two non-invasive ventilation methods for preterm infants after extubation

Official title: The Diaphragmatic Initiated Ventilatory Assist (DIVA) Trial

Run by University of Pennsylvania · NCT05446272 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether a new breathing support method is better than a standard one for extremely preterm infants who are coming off a ventilator to see if it helps them avoid complications.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages0 Days to 9 Weeks
SexAll
Enrollment478 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Pennsylvania
Academic / other
Locations20 sites (Little Rock, Arkansas and 19 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 3, 2022
Main results expectedMarch 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedJune 25, 2026
Trial IDNCT05446272 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are preterm infants born between 23 0/7 and 28 6/7 weeks gestation who are intubated and undergoing extubation after at least 12 hours of mechanical ventilation.

Probably not a fit

Patients with major congenital anomalies, significant neurologic disorders, or those weighing less than 500 grams may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The DIVA trial is a pragmatic randomized clinical trial aimed at determining whether non-invasive neurally adjusted ventilatory assist (NIV-NAVA) is more effective than non-synchronized nasal intermittent positive pressure ventilation (NS-NIPPV) in preventing extubation failure in extremely preterm infants. The study focuses on infants born between 23 0/7 and 28 6/7 weeks gestation who are undergoing extubation after mechanical ventilation. By comparing these two ventilation strategies, the trial seeks to reduce the incidence of complications associated with extubation failure, such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia. The trial is multicenter and unblinded, involving several hospitals across the United States.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce the rates of extubation failure and associated complications in extremely preterm infants.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored non-invasive ventilation strategies, but this specific comparison of NIV-NAVA and NS-NIPPV in this population is novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Gestational age of 23 0/7- 28 6/7 weeks at birth
* Intubated in the first 7 days of life
* Undergoing extubation following at least 12 hours of invasive mechanical ventilation
* Post-natal age \<32 weeks Post menstrual age at time of extubation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Major congenital anomalies, including pulmonary hypoplasia
* Neurologic disorders affecting respiratory drive (other than apnea of prematurity)
* Esophageal bleeding or other contraindication to NG/OG catheter placement
* Current weight \<500 grams (based on Edi catheter approval)
* Study ventilator not available at time eligibility criteria are met
* Planned surgery or invasive procedure within 5 days of extubation
* Informed consent not provided

Where it's running

  • Arkansas Children's Hospital
    Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
    Recruiting
  • Sharp Mary Birch
    San Diego, California, United States
    Recruiting
  • Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
    Hollywood, Florida, United States
    Recruiting
  • AdventHealth
    Orlando, Florida, United States
    Recruiting
  • Peyton Manning Children's Hospital
    Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    Recruiting
  • Norton Children's Hospital
    Louisville, Kentucky, United States
    Recruiting
Show 14 more locations
  • Children's Mercy Hospital
    Kansas City, Missouri, United States
    Recruiting
  • Washington University in St.Louis
    St Louis, Missouri, United States
    Recruiting
  • Virtua Vorhees Hospital
    Voorhees Township, New Jersey, United States
    Recruiting
  • Levine Children's Hospital
    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
    Recruiting
  • Atrial Health Brenner Children's Hospital( Wake Forest)
    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
    Recruiting
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital
    Columbus, Ohio, United States
    Recruiting
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Recruiting
  • Intermountain Medical Center
    Murray, Utah, United States
    Recruiting
  • Utah Valley Hospital
    Provo, Utah, United States
    Recruiting
  • Children's Hospital of Richmond
    Richmond, Virginia, United States
    Recruiting
  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
    Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    Recruiting
  • Mt Sinai Hospital
    Toronto, Canada
    Recruiting
  • BC Children's and Women's Hospital
    Vancouver, Canada
    Recruiting
  • Loma Linda University
    Loma Linda, California, United States
    Terminated

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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