Intervention program for neurodevelopment in preterm infants

Effect of the Infant Behavioral Assessment and Intervention Program (IBAIP) in Preterm Infants on Neurodevelopment at 2 Years Corrected Age

Not applicable Interventional University Hospital, Brest · NCT04685356

This study is testing a program that helps very preterm infants develop better by providing early support and guidance to their families from trained professionals.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment240 (estimated)
Ages25 Weeks to 32 Weeks
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Brest Academic / other
Locations9 sites (Angers and 8 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04685356 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This program aims to improve neurodevelopmental outcomes in very preterm infants by providing early interventions through the Infant Behaviour Assessment and Intervention Program (IBAIP). The intervention is conducted by trained healthcare professionals starting a few days before hospital discharge and continues at home until the infant reaches six months corrected age. The approach focuses on enhancing family interactions with the child to meet developmental needs through regular sessions. The study employs a cluster randomization method, where centers are randomized to either the intervention or control group before patient inclusion.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are preterm infants born between 25 weeks and 32 weeks and 6 days of gestation who have a normal neurological examination.

Not a fit: Patients with severe neurological conditions, significant congenital abnormalities, or those participating in other interventional studies may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the neurodevelopmental outcomes of very preterm infants, potentially reducing long-term developmental disorders.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with early intervention approaches for preterm infants, suggesting that this method could be effective.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria :

* Preterm infants born (including multiple pregnancies) at a gestational age between 25 weeks +0 days and 32 weeks + 6days.
* Written informed consent of at least one of the parents / legal guardian or 2 parents / legal guardians depending on the family context
* Normal neurological examination between 36 and 41 weeks of corrected age

Exclusion Criteria:

* Intraventricular hemorrhage (III or IV), periventricular leukomalacia
* Brain MRI abnormalities performed after 36 weeks of corrected age
* Life-threatening pathology
* Severe congenital abnomality
* Severe maternal pathology (physical and / or mental)
* Parents whose native languageis not French
* Participation in another interventional study on the management of post-hospital neurodevelopment disorders

Where this trial is running

Angers and 8 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 Premature Birth
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