Clinical trials · Ohio
Children clinical trials in Ohio
We’re tracking 317 recruiting children studies with a site in Ohio — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Ohio
- NCT05442567RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab study for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s
This Phase 3 study tests whether vedolizumab can help children with ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease (CD) who improved on earlier treatment. It focuses on kids who can stay off steroid medicines and follow study visits and safety rules.
Cleveland, OhioAges 2 years+ - NCT04395495Recruiting
RASopathy disorder study biobank for kids and families
This study collects and stores health samples and information from people with RASopathy conditions (like Noonan or Costello syndromes) and from family members who may not have the condition. It helps researchers understand these disorders and supports future studies that could lead to better care.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT05382338RecruitingPhase 3
Sodium thiosulfate to protect hearing in medulloblastoma
This Phase 3 study tests whether adding sodium thiosulfate during treatment for newly diagnosed medulloblastoma can reduce the risk of hearing loss. It is designed for children and teens whose cancer meets specific low-risk or average-risk tumor and lab features.
Cleveland, OhioAges 4–21 - NCT05374824Recruiting
Palliative surgery versus more seizure medicines for Lennox-Gastaut
This trial compares two treatment approaches for children with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome: palliative (comfort-focused) surgery versus adding more anti-seizure medicines. It aims to see which option works better for seizure control and day-to-day well-being.
Columbus, OhioAges Up to 26 years - NCT05319353RecruitingPhase 3
Maribavir for kids with CMV after transplant
This Phase 3 trial tests maribavir (an anti-CMV medicine) in children and teens who get CMV infection after a stem cell or solid organ transplant. It aims to see whether the drug is safe and well-tolerated, and whether it can reduce the virus in the body.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Up to 17 years - NCT05304585RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo for children with early, low-risk fusion-negative rhabdomyosarcoma
This Phase 3 study tests a chemotherapy plan for children and teens with newly diagnosed, very low-risk or low-risk rhabdomyosarcoma that does not have certain gene fusions (FOXO1 fusion negative). The goal is to see if this treatment can work well while limiting side effects by matching therapy to early-stage risk.
Cleveland, OhioAges Up to 21 years - NCT05267821RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing anakinra to reduce inflammation in pediatric sepsis MODS
This study tests whether a medicine called anakinra can “turn down” harmful inflammation in children with severe illness from sepsis. It aims to improve organ function when multiple organs are starting to fail.
Cleveland, OhioAges 1 day–17 years - NCT05297708Recruiting
Blood pressure monitoring at home, office, and with a 24-hour device
This study compares blood pressure readings taken at home, in the doctor's office, and over a full 24-hour period using a portable monitor. It may help understand the best way to track blood pressure in children and teens with slightly high blood pressure.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6–19 - NCT05286788RecruitingPhase 2
MEKTOVI for children with adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma
This Phase 2 trial tests MEKTOVI® to treat pediatric adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma (a type of brain tumor). It may help shrink or control the tumor after it has come back or grown again.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1–39 - NCT05277272Recruiting
Registry study for children with HLH
This study is a disease registry that collects medical information from children who have hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) or are suspected to have it. It helps doctors better understand HLH and how it affects patients over time.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT05278208RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Lutathera for high-grade brain tumors that returned or got worse
This trial tests if Lutathera, a radioactive drug that targets certain tumors, can help children and young adults with high-grade brain tumors or meningiomas that have come back or are growing. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and works.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 4–39 - NCT05235165RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery choice for lung spread of osteosarcoma
This Phase 3 trial compares two ways to remove lung metastases (open surgery vs keyhole surgery) in people with osteosarcoma. It aims to see which approach works better and is safer for patients with a limited number of lung spots that can be removed.
Cleveland, OhioAges Up to 50 years - NCT05233397RecruitingPhase 2
Actemra for children and young adults with craniopharyngioma
This trial studies Actemra (tocilizumab) to slow or shrink adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma, a brain tumor that can recur after treatment. You may be eligible if you’re within the age range and have measurable tumor on scan, with specific rules about prior therapy and recovery.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1–39 - NCT05219110Recruiting
More fluids for children sick with toxin E. coli
This study looks at whether giving extra (hyper) fluids early helps children with a high-risk E. coli stomach infection. The goal is to improve outcomes by supporting the kidneys during the illness.
Cleveland, OhioAges 9 months–21 years - NCT05145010Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Infigratinib follow-up for children with achondroplasia
This trial studies how well infigratinib works and remains safe for children with achondroplasia. It includes children who already took infigratinib in a prior QED study, and some who are starting treatment for the first time.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3–18 - NCT05164172RecruitingPhase 3
Eptinezumab for kids with ongoing or recurring migraine
This trial studies eptinezumab, a migraine treatment, in children and teens ages 6 to 17 who already completed an earlier migraine study. It mainly helps doctors learn whether the treatment can be continued safely and effectively over time.
Akron, OhioAges 6–17 - NCT05161078Enrolling by invitation
Studies CARPEDIEM care for newborns and babies in participating hospitals
This trial looks at how to improve outcomes for newborns and infants who receive CARPEDIEM as part of routine hospital care. It aims to see whether an interdisciplinary team approach can make treatment safer and more effective.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT05183035RecruitingPhase 3
Testing venetoclax for children with relapsed AML
This study tests a drug called venetoclax in children and young adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has returned after treatment. The drug may help block cancer cell growth. The study also looks at safety and how well the drug works when given alone or with other treatments.
Columbus, OhioAges 4 weeks–21 years - NCT05125302RecruitingPhase 3
Ubrogepant for acute migraine relief in kids and teens
This study tests how safe ubrogepant is and whether it helps treat an individual migraine attack in children and teens. It focuses on measuring side effects and whether headaches improve 2 hours after taking the study medicine.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6–17 - NCT05096481RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine for brain tumors in children and young adults
This trial tests a vaccine that may help the immune system fight brain tumors (medulloblastoma, high-grade glioma, and DIPG). It is for patients who have already had standard treatment and whose tumors are still present or have returned.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3–39 - NCT05071144Recruiting
Registry for children getting robotic spine surgery
This trial registry collects information about kids and teens with spine deformities who are scheduled for robotic or navigation-assisted surgery (sometimes using custom rods). It may help doctors improve these advanced techniques over time.
Cleveland, OhioAges birth–21 years - NCT05131685Recruiting
Child wrist fracture study comparing treatment for certain breaks
This study looks at treatment for children’s wrist (distal radius) fractures that are very displaced but not involving the growth plate. It may help doctors find the best way to reset and stabilize the bone when the fracture is recent.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 4–10 - NCT05026749RecruitingPhase 3
Azithromycin for severe RSV breathing failure in young children
This trial tests whether azithromycin (an antibiotic) can improve outcomes for babies and young children in the ICU who have RSV causing serious breathing problems. It mainly looks at children who start strong breathing support soon after RSV symptoms begin.
Cleveland, OhioAges 3 days–2 years - NCT04928677RecruitingPhase 1
Codrituzumab for children and young adults with GPC3-positive solid tumors
This Phase 1 study tests codrituzumab, an antibody medicine, in children and young adults whose solid tumor has come back or did not respond to standard treatment. It’s designed to see how the treatment works and how safe it is, especially for tumors that test positive for GPC3.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1–21
Where these studies are running in Ohio
Institutions with a site for the recruiting children studies listed above.
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · 14 studies
- Nationwide Children's Hospital · 12 studies
- Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital · 5 studies
- Children's Hospital Medical Center of Akron · 3 studies
- Dayton Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- ProMedica Toledo Hospital/Russell J Ebeid Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- Akron Children's Hospital · 2 studies
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation · 2 studies
What taking part in a children study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Children trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there children clinical trials in Ohio?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 317 recruiting children studies with a site in Ohio, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a children study in Ohio?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Ohio to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Ohio, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a children trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New children studies open in Ohio regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.