Evaluation of non-invasive continuous physiological monitoring devices for neonates in Nairobi, Kenya: A research protocol

Amy Sarah Ginsburg, Evangelyn Nkwopara, William MacHaria, Roseline Ochieng, Mary Waiyego, Guohai Zhou, Roman Karasik, Shuai Xu, J. Mark Ansermino

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Abstract

Introduction Continuous physiological monitoring devices are often not available for monitoring high-risk neonates in low-resource settings. Easy-to-use, non-invasive, multiparameter, continuous physiological monitoring devices could be instrumental in providing appropriate care and improving outcomes for high-risk neonates in these low-resource settings. Methods and analysis The purpose of this prospective, observational, facility-based evaluation is to provide evidence to establish whether two existing non-invasive, multiparameter, continuous physiological monitoring devices developed by device developers, EarlySense and Sibel, can accurately and reliably measure vital signs in neonates (when compared with verified reference devices). We will also assess the feasibility, usability and acceptability of these devices for use in neonates in low-resource settings in Africa. Up to 500 neonates are enrolled in two phases: (1) a verification and accuracy evaluation phase at Aga Khan University - Nairobi and (2) a clinical feasibility evaluation phase at Pumwani Maternity Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya. Both quantitative and qualitative data are collected and analysed. Agreement between the investigational and reference devices is determined using a priori-defined accuracy thresholds. Ethics and dissemination This trial was approved by the Aga Khan University Nairobi Research Ethics Committee and the Western Institutional Review Board. We plan to disseminate research results in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences. Trial registration number NCT03920761.

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere035184
JournalBMJ Open
Volume10
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 12 Apr 2020

Keywords

  • neonatology
  • physiology
  • quality in health care

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