Using surgical drapes to secure endotracheal tubes in preterm infants

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 study investigates the effectiveness of surgical incision drapes for securing endotracheal tubes in preterm neonates. Conducted as a randomized controlled trial, participants will be divided into two groups: one using the surgical drape and the other using standard fixation methods. The study will focus on minimizing unplanned extubation and skin damage by measuring skin moisture, pH, and assessing skin condition in both groups. Data will be collected every 24 hours during the intubation period to evaluate the outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Preterm infants between 28-34 weeks of gestation hospitalized in neonatal intensive care unit,
* Intubated infants on invasive mechanical ventilators,
* Babies who were orally intubated were included in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Congenital skin condition,
* With circulatory problems,
* Congenital anomalies and metabolic disorders,
* Small for gestational age (SGA) and large for gestational age (LGA),
* Unplanned extubation taking place,
* Babies intubated for less than 24 hours will be excluded from the study.

Where it's running

• Barış Çelik
  Batman, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Barış Çelik — Hasan Kalyoncu University
• Study coordinator: Barış Çelik
• Email: c.celikbaris@gmail.com
• Phone: 5424283452

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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.