UK 22-Week Baby Observation: Learning What Happens for Infants Born at 22 Weeks

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This is an observational study in the UK that collects non-identifiable data from medical notes for babies born at 22+0 to 22+6 weeks gestation. A secure REDCap database at Imperial College London will hold the information, with a small team inputting selected data without identifiers. The study aims to describe risk factors, management practices, and short-term outcomes across NICUs, and to assess alignment with BAPM recommendations. No changes to clinical care will be made as part of the study; it only observes and reports. Participation is limited to babies meeting eligibility and has an opt-out information process for families where applicable.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Born at 22+0-22+6 weeks gestational age
* Born in a NICU centre with neonatal team in attendance
* Or admitted to a NICU within first 72 hours of life if outborn

Exclusion Criteria:

* Less than or more than 22 weeks gestation at birth
* Known congenital anomaly

Where it's running

• Neonatal Unit, James Cook University Hospital
  Middlesbrough, Teeside, United Kingdom Recruiting
• Neonatal Unit, University Hospital of Wales
  Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom Recruiting
• Neonatal Unit, Singleton Hospital
  Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom Recruiting
• Neonatal Unit, Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
  Aberdeen, United Kingdom Recruiting
• Neonatal Unit, William Harvey Hospital
  Ashford, United Kingdom Recruiting
• Neonatal Unit, Royal Jubilee Maternity Hospital
  Belfast, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Cheryl WS Battersby
• Email: c.battersby@imperial.ac.uk
• Phone: 02075941862

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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.