๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-12

Healthy Little Eyes (NCT05971446)

Visual Function as a Novel Outcome Measure Following Neonatal Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐Ÿ“Š Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this research study is to gather more information on how eye injury is related to a baby's future development and see if eye function and brain test results can be used, along with current measures, to better diagnose and treat babies with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). Participants will undergo up to two eye exam sessions, involving both Visual Evoked Potential (VEP) and Electroretinogram (ERG) exams.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Wisconsin โ€” Madison, Wisconsin

Age range: Not specified to 36 Months

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Wisconsin โ€” Madison, Wisconsin

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (608) 262-2388

Email: aklindstrom2@wisc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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