Magnesium Sulfate to Prevent Brain Injury in Premature Infants

Summary

Premature infants are at risk for acute brain injuries and long-term developmental problems such as cerebral palsy (CP). Research suggests that high levels of magnesium at and around the time of birth may decrease the risk of brain injuries. This study will evaluate the effects of giving magnesium to premature infants.

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Start

1987-08

Primary completion

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Completion

2003-02

Publications

• Background Caddell JL, Graziani LJ, Wiswell TE, Hsieh HC, Mansmann HC Jr. The possible role of magnesium in protection of premature infants from neurological syndromes and visual impairments and a review of survival of magnesium-exposed premature infants. Magnes Res. 1999 Sep;12(3):201-16.

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