Early-life MRI Biomarkers of Longer-term Respiratory Morbidity in Infants Born Extremely Preterm (EMBLEM)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a non-invasive medical imaging technique that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to generate detailed images of the body's internal structures. The MRI intervention includes using a specialized MRI machine and lung imaging protocol.

"An echocardiogram, often called an echo, is a non-invasive medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to create real-time images of the heart's structure and function. It provides valuable information about the heart's size, shape, and function."

Lung ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that employs high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to visualize the structures and conditions of the lungs. It is particularly valuable for diagnosing and monitoring lung-related conditions, such as pneumonia, pleural effusions, and pulmonary edema. The lung ultrasound intervention involves using an ultrasound machine equipped with a specialized probe gently placed on the chest to capture detailed images of the lungs and adjacent structures.