Clinical Research Directory

Evaluation of Serial Lung Ultrasound Data After Surfactant Treatments Applied With Different Methods in Preterm Babies

This study aims to investigate the relationship between the method of surfactant administration and improvements in serial lung ultrasound findings in preterm infants requiring surfactant therapy.

Intravenous Neonatal Central Access Safety Trial

Particulate contamination due to infusion therapy (administration of parenteral nutrition and medications) carries a potential health risk for infants in neonatal intensive care units (NICU). In-line filtration is increasingly used in critically-ill infants but its benefits, by preventing micro-particle infusion in neonates, remain to be demonstrated. In-line filters in the intravenous administration sets prevent the infusion of particles, which may reduce infectious complications.

Blood Phoenixin-14 Levels and Echocardiographic Findings in Infants of Diabetic Mothers

In this study, the investigators hypothesize that echocardiographic pathologies observed in infants of diabetic mothers are associated with elevated serum phoenixin-14 levels.

Wireless Irradiance SEnsors During Neonatal Phototherapy

Bilisensors are devices designed to measure the cumulative dose of phototherapy administered to neonates undergoing treatment for hyperbilirubinemia. The current standard of care typically involves intermittent spot measurements once a day using a handheld dosimeter that may give variable estimations. In contrast, bilisensors may enable continuous, real-time monitoring of light exposure, helping to know the total phototherapy dose received by the infant.

Effectiveness of Upright vs. Lithotomy Birthing Position on Maternal and Newborn Outcomes

This study investigates the effectiveness of upright versus lithotomy birthing positions on maternal and newborn outcomes. Conducted at the Maternity Teaching Hospital in Erbil City, it employs a quasi-experimental design with 62 women in each group (Intervention and control), comparing outcomes for those encouraged to use upright positions with those in standard lithotomy. Maternal and newborn outcomes will be assessed to provide evidence on how birthing positions impact labor progression, comfort, and delivery results. The findings aim to inform clinical practice and policy, enhancing midwifery care and supporting patient-centered approaches to childbirth. Does the upright birthing position effect on maternal and newborn outcomes? Does the lithotomy birthing position effect on maternal and newborn outcomes? The expected outcomes will decrease the rate of perineal tear , episiotomy , post partum hemorrhage and decreasing the rate of admission to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in newborn.