Authorised Therapeutic use (Phase IV) Pain during eye examination of premature infants.

Klonidin as pain relief in eye examination of premature infants - cloROP

EU CTIS ID: 2024-512438-14-00

What this study is testing

The primary objective is to investigate whether clonidine works is a good analgesic during examination for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

  • Therapeutic use (Phase IV)

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Who can take part

You may be able to join if

  • The infant is admitted to the study clinic
  • The infants guardian/s has/have given their written consent to the child's participation in the study
  • The infant is born before gestation week 30

You likely can't join if

  • Children who has received beta blockers, pain reliever or sedating drug within 24 hours of eye examination.
  • Previously documented kidney failure
  • Does not have a gastric tube
  • Neurologically affected
  • Known cardiac arrhythmia
  • Circulatory instability (defined as mean arterial pressure lower than the child's gestational age)

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

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How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 0-17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

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