Using womb sounds to help preterm infants breathe better

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 aims to investigate the effects of womb-like sound exposure on the respiratory control development in preterm infants. By providing audio recordings that mimic the womb environment, researchers hope to enhance neuronal maturation in the brain regions responsible for respiratory control. The study will monitor changes in cardiorespiratory patterns, specifically looking for reductions in apnea, bradycardia, and intermittent hypoxemia. This approach is designed to offer a low-risk intervention during a critical period of brain development for these vulnerable infants.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* preterm infants 29-33 weeks gestational age at birth
* 34 weeks corrected age
* off respiratory support \>1.5 lpm

Exclusion Criteria:

* on respiratory support \>1.5 lpm
* congenital anomalies

Where it's running

• University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  Cleveland, Ohio, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Cynthia Bearer, MD — University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
• Study coordinator: Cynthia Bearer, MD
• Email: Cynthia.Bearer@UHhospitals.org
• Phone: 216 844-3387

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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.