Registry for patients with lung disease from premature birth
Preterm Lung Patient Registry
This study is collecting information from people who had lung problems after being born early to help improve care and understand their health better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Boston Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Boston, Massachusetts) |
| Trial ID | NCT00951366 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Preterm Lung Patient Registry is an observational initiative aimed at collecting data on individuals who have experienced neonatal lung disease, particularly bronchopulmonary disease (BPD). Established in 2008, this registry seeks to identify epidemiologic and genetic factors that influence the condition in former preterm infants. By analyzing phenotype and genotype information, the registry helps clinicians and researchers improve care, monitor health trends, and guide clinical research related to BPD. The data collected will inform quality improvement initiatives and address various healthcare issues affecting this vulnerable population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this registry are former preterm infants who have experienced lung disease during the neonatal period.
Not a fit: Patients who were not born prematurely or who do not have a history of neonatal lung disease may not benefit from this registry.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could lead to improved understanding and treatment of chronic lung disease in preterm infants, enhancing their care and survival rates.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on neonatal lung diseases have shown promise in improving patient outcomes, suggesting that this registry could build on existing knowledge.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Former preterm infant
Where this trial is running
Boston, Massachusetts
- Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lystra Hayden, MD, MMSc
- Email: Lystra.Hayden@childrens.harvard.edu
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.