Nasogastric Tube in Premature Babies - Pain and Treatment

Nasogastric Tube in Premature Babies - Pain and Treatment. A Randomised, Partly Blinded, Placebo-controlled Factorial Clinical Trial of Sucrose and Pacifier

Does sucrose or pacifier influence pain in premature babies when a nasogastric tube is inserted?

A total of 24 premature babies are randomised to receive either placebo (sterile water), 30 % sucrose, or pacifier in a complete factorial, cross-over design. Pain is rated on the PIPP scale by observers blinded to the procedure other than use of pacifier.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 28 - 32 weeks gestational weeks
• not on mechanical ventilation

Exclusion Criteria:

• high risk group regarding cerebral prognosis