Prematurity
Conditions
Interventions
KMC started after baby stabilization in the incubator
Immediate Kangaroo Mother Care
Sponsors
National Institute for Medical Research Muhimbili center
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Preterm live births between 28-36 weeks of gestation, Babies with birth weight between 1000g to <2500g. Healthy mothers with a substitute both willing to consent for participation and Mothers giving birth to a maximum of twin babies
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Neonates with signs of severe congenital malfunctions and/or difficulties in breathing which will require any medical attention that cannot be carried out while the baby is in KMC position, Mothers who will present with sickness and not be able to provide breast milk, Mothers who will not present with a substitute for the I-KMC and Death of either a baby or a mother Mothers under 18 years of age
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Reduced number of deaths in the intervention arm as compared to the control. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Reduced risk of infections among preterm babies in the intervention arm | — |
Countries
United Republic of Tanzania
Contacts
Public ContactFelix Christopher
NIMR Muhimbili center
Outcome results
None listed