Examination of the Effectiveness of Nasal Irrigation Techniques in Infants With Nasal Congestion

Last updated: August 15, 2023
Sponsor: Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
Overall Status: Completed

Phase

N/A

Condition

Inflammation

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (Rsv) Infection

Bronchitis (Pediatric)

Treatment

group high-volume irrigation

group low-volume irrigation

Clinical Study ID

NCT06002594
Sislietfal-SBF-NAG-01
  • Ages 1-12
  • All Genders

Study Summary

The research investigates the effects of high-volume and low-volume nasal irrigation techniques applied to relieve nasal congestion in infants with nasal congestion due to upper respiratory tract infections. The study examines the physiological parameters of infants who undergo nasal irrigation, crying duration, frequency of the procedure, and the baby's feeding patterns.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Infants diagnosed with Upper Respiratory Tract Infection and recommended nasalcleaning with saline solution by a physician,
  • Infants whose parents provided consent for their participation in the research,
  • Term-born infants aged 1 month to 12 months,
  • Breastfed infants,
  • Infants without chronic illnesses,
  • Conscious infants,

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Infants with congenital anomalies affecting the respiratory system (such as choanalatresia, etc.),
  • Infants with allergic rhinitis,
  • Infants who used antibiotics or corticosteroids before hospital admission,
  • Infants with growth retardation, were excluded from the study.

Study Design

Total Participants: 80
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: group high-volume irrigation
Phase:
Study Start date:
August 15, 2019
Estimated Completion Date:
October 29, 2019

Study Description

This study aims to investigate the effects of two different nasal irrigation techniques applied to relieve nasal congestion on infants' physiological parameters, crying duration, feeding habits, and the frequency of the procedure repetitions.

A randomized controlled experimental study was conducted with 80 infants aged 1-12 months who presented at the pediatric emergency clinic with nasal congestion due to upper respiratory tract infection. In the study, the 1st group of infants received low-volume saline solution, while the 2nd group received high-volume saline solution for nasal irrigation. Physiological parameters were measured before the procedure, immediately after the procedure, and 5 minutes after the procedure. Procedure duration and baby's crying duration were recorded. Subsequently, breastfeeding was initiated for the infants, and their physiological parameters were measured again during breastfeeding. Parental satisfaction levels with the procedure were also assessed. Finally, the frequency of the procedure repetitions was recorded.

Connect with a study center

  • University of Health Sciences Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital

    İstanbul, Sarıyer 34453
    Turkey

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