Monitoring the health of newborns in intensive care
Monitoring Key Activity and Physiology of Neonates in Intensive Care
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · NCT04831242
This study is testing a new non-contact monitoring system to see if it can help improve the care of newborns in intensive care who are at risk for seizures.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 48 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Cambridge) |
| Trial ID | NCT04831242 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to optimize and evaluate a new non-contact physiological monitoring system designed for use in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). By continuously monitoring key activities and physiological parameters of neonates, the study seeks to improve the care and outcomes for infants at risk of neonatal seizures. The observational approach will involve collecting data on the effectiveness and reliability of this monitoring system in a real-world clinical setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are neonates admitted to the NICU who require close monitoring due to potential health risks.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in the NICU or do not require intensive monitoring may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the safety and monitoring of neonates, potentially leading to better outcomes for infants with neonatal seizures.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar non-contact monitoring systems have shown promise in other settings, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * written informed parental consent Exclusion Criteria: \-
Where this trial is running
Cambridge
- Addenbrookes Hospital — Cambridge, United Kingdom (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: kathryn beardsall
- Email: kb274@cam.ac.uk
- Phone: 01223 746791
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Neonatal Seizure