InfasurfAero™ for treating respiratory distress in preterm newborns

InfasurfAero™ Versus Sham Treatment in Preterm Newborns With RDS: A Single-dose, Double-blind, Random Allocation, Sham-control, Clinical Trial

Phase 3 Interventional Ony · NCT05960929

This study is testing a new device that delivers a treatment for breathing problems in preterm newborns to see if it helps them breathe better without needing a breathing tube.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment220 (estimated)
Ages29 Weeks to 36 Weeks
SexAll
SponsorOny Industry-sponsored
Locations10 sites (Phoenix, Arizona and 9 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05960929 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness and safety of Infasurf® delivered through the InfasurfAero™, a novel device designed for non-invasive administration without the need for intubation. The study involves a double-blind, randomized, sham-controlled design, where preterm newborns with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) will receive either Infasurf or a sham treatment. The primary objectives are to assess the prevention of CPAP failure and the safety of the treatment. Participants will be recruited from multiple sites, with a focus on those who are stable on non-invasive respiratory support.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are preterm newborns aged between 1 to 6 hours, with a gestational age of 29 to 35 weeks and diagnosed with surfactant-deficient RDS.

Not a fit: Patients who have received surfactant treatment or mechanical ventilation prior to randomization will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve respiratory support for preterm newborns with RDS, reducing the need for invasive procedures.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with similar non-invasive approaches for treating RDS, indicating potential for success in this trial.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

Inclusion criteria include ALL of the following:

1. Written informed consent obtained by parent or legal representative prior to or after birth
2. Gestational age at birth ≥ 29 0/7 AND ≤ 35 6/7 weeks
3. Birthweight ≥ 1,000 AND ≤ 3,500 grams
4. Age ≥ 1 hour AND ≤ 6 hours
5. Clinical diagnosis of surfactant-deficient RDS, with EITHER i. a Silverman-Anderson Retraction Score ≥ 5 (in Room Air), OR ii. signs of respiratory distress (tachypnea, retractions, grunting) AND radiographic confirmation
6. Require CPAP
7. Respiratory Severity Score (RSS) ≥ 1.25 AND ≤ 2.4
8. If subject is \>346/7 weeks' gestation a chest radiograph is required

Exclusion Criteria:

Exclusion criteria are ANY of the following:

1. Surfactant administration prior to randomization
2. Mechanical ventilation prior to randomization
3. Major congenital anomaly (suspected or confirmed)
4. Abnormality of the airway (suspected or confirmed)
5. Respiratory distress presumed secondary to an etiology other than RDS (e.g., suspected pulmonary hypoplasia, pneumothorax, meconium aspiration syndrome, pneumonia, septic or hypovolemia shock, hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy)
6. Apgar score \< 3 at 5 minutes of age
7. Umbilical cord gas pH \<7.0 or BD \> 10
8. Any condition that, in the opinion of the Investigator, would place the neonate at undue risk

Where this trial is running

Phoenix, Arizona and 9 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Respiratory Distress SyndromeIntubation ComplicationDeathNeonatalInfasurfCalfactantInhalationNebulization
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.