CompletedNot Applicable

Comparison of the Shukla and UN-1 Formulae in the Placement of the Umbilical Venous Catheter Among Neonates

Singapore170 participantsStarted 2019-06-06

Plain-language summary

Umbilical vein catheters (UVC) are commonly inserted in newborns especially neonates admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).These catheters are used since 1959. It is a suitable method for parenteral nutrition access and medications administration. Despite the benefits of the UVC, its potential complications must be considered. Thus, it is vital to determine the appropriate penetration length of the UVC.

Who can participate

Age range0 Days – 30 Days

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * All term and preterm newborns requiring UVC insertion will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * All neonates with major congenital malformations that interferes with the placement of the UVC will be excluded.

What they're measuring

Comparison of the Shukla and UN-1 formulae in the Placement of the UVC Among Neonates:A Randomized Clinical Study

Timeframe: 14 days

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05022433

SponsorSingapore General Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2023-10-11

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