Clinical trials
Hospitalized Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting hospitalized children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,199 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05591066Recruiting
Family I-PASS listening survey to improve care teamwork
This study gathers feedback from patients and families, as well as hospital staff, to improve communication and teamwork in pediatric inpatient units. It focuses on helping care work for diverse languages and family needs.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Any age - NCT05622461Recruiting
Recovery support program for children after traumatic brain injury
This trial supports families during the early weeks after a child’s brain injury and hospital stay. It aims to help caregivers and children move toward recovery with better support after discharge.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06902116Recruiting
Bowel preparation for colostomy reversal in children
This study compares two approaches for preparing the bowel before reversing a colostomy (closing the opening in the belly) in children. The goal is to see if using a bowel-cleansing regimen for three days leads to fewer complications than skipping prep entirely.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 1–15 - NCT04467671RecruitingPhase 2
Tested new blood vessel graft for a heart surgery
This trial studies whether a newer “tissue-engineered” blood vessel graft is safe and works well in children who need a specific heart surgery connection outside the heart. It may help by offering a new type of graft, but your team will screen for size and medical factors first.
Columbus, OhioAges Any age - NCT05351216Recruiting
Sirolimus safety with routine vaccines for a rare blood vessel tumor
This trial studies how the medicine sirolimus affects children’s response to routine vaccines during treatment for kaposiform hemangioendothelioma (KHE). It compares vaccinated KHE patients taking sirolimus with healthy children getting the same vaccines.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Up to 12 years - NCT06892158Recruiting
Massage therapy for sleep in teens with cancer
This trial studies if massage therapy can help teenagers and young adults with cancer sleep better while they are in the hospital. Participants will receive massage sessions and answer questions about their sleep.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12–21 - NCT06890520Recruiting
Brain chemistry study for mitochondrial disease
This study looks at brain chemicals in people with primary mitochondrial disease using an MRI scan. It aims to understand how the disease affects the brain and may help guide future treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 8–75 - NCT06891235Recruiting
Oral fluid testing for cannabis use in young adults
This study is testing a new way to check for recent cannabis use using a quick oral fluid (saliva) test, instead of a traditional urine test. You may be able to help if you're a young adult who uses cannabis regularly.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–30 - NCT06885801Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
New Nasal Device for Kids Having Cleft Lip Surgery
This trial tests a new nasal conformer (a small device placed in the nose after surgery) to see if it helps children who are having cleft lip repair or surgery to release nasal scarring. It may improve healing and nose shape.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges Up to 18 years - NCT06880809Recruiting
Bridge the Gap group for Black teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a group program for Black teens who are having thoughts of suicide. It aims to provide extra support and connection to help you feel better.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–17 - NCT03532399Recruiting
Bivalirudin dosing study for children having heart procedures
This study looks at how the blood-thinner bivalirudin moves through the body in children during certain heart procedures. It may help doctors choose safer, more accurate dosing for pediatric anticoagulation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 17 years - NCT06864351Recruiting
Study of a new thyroid dosing method for children
This study tests a new way to adjust thyroid medication doses for children with either congenital hypothyroidism or Graves' disease. It aims to help find the right dose more easily and improve treatment outcomes.
YerevanAges Up to 18 years - NCT06863259RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a drug combo for relapsed B-cell leukemia
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (Inotuzumab Ozogamicin, Venetoclax, and Dexamethasone) for children and young adults whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) has come back after treatment. It may help those whose leukemia has not responded to standard therapy or who have relapsed after a stem cell transplant or CAR-T therapy.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1–39 - NCT06866275RecruitingPhase 2
Suramin for autism in boys aged 5–14
This trial tests if a medicine called suramin (KZ101) can help with social challenges in boys with autism. It's a 12-week study at one location, and families must be able to visit the site easily.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 5–14 - NCT05574296RecruitingPhase 1
Test hydrogen gas for children needing emergency heart resuscitation
This early safety study tests whether “hydrogen” can be given to children during emergency heart resuscitation that isn’t improving with standard efforts. It’s meant to see if the treatment is safe and feasible for a very specific, life-threatening situation.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT06848478Recruiting
Exercise and diet program for teens with obesity
This study tests whether a structured exercise and healthy eating program can improve heart health in teenagers who have obesity. The program includes supervised workouts and fruit/vegetable smoothies, and it is designed to help teens build healthier habits.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 12–17 - NCT06838676RecruitingPhase 2
ACT001 for Newly or Previously Treated Brain Stem Glioma
This trial tests the drug ACT001 in people with a type of brain tumor called DIPG or other related high-grade gliomas. It aims to see if the drug can help control the tumor and improve outcomes.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT06839456RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell addback to prevent infections after transplant
This trial tests whether adding back certain immune cells after a stem cell transplant can help prevent serious viral or fungal infections. It's for children and young adults up to age 25 who need a transplant for a blood cancer or other curable disease.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1 month–25 years - NCT06839976RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CART19 cell therapy for lupus
This trial tests a treatment called CART19, where your own immune cells are modified in a lab to target and destroy faulty B cells that cause lupus inflammation. It's for young people with active lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–29 - NCT06842576Recruiting
Video to help teens get ready for adult healthcare
This study is testing a short video to help teens prepare for moving from pediatric to adult healthcare. It aims to see if the video makes teens feel more ready for this transition.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–17 - NCT05957549Recruiting
Tracking early sound perception in young children
This study uses special brain-monitoring tools (fNIRS and EEG) to look at how preschool-aged children process sounds. It may help researchers understand early sound perception differences, especially in children with Fragile X Syndrome.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2–4 - NCT06832163Recruiting
Smart weaning from inhaled nitric oxide for newborns with PPHN
This trial tests a new, smart way to slowly reduce (wean) the inhaled nitric oxide gas that helps babies with a serious lung condition called PPHN. If your baby is already responding well to iNO and needs it for at least 24 hours, this study might help make the weaning process safer and more effective.
ShanghaiAges Any age - NCT06819683RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new oxygen sensor in people with and without mitochondrial myopathy
This study tests a tiny sensor that measures oxygen levels in muscle. It will help researchers understand how oxygen is used during exercise. If you have mitochondrial myopathy or are a healthy volunteer, you might be able to join.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06554275Recruiting
CCHS research health hub
This study creates a secure health information hub for people with Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS) to help researchers better understand the condition and find new ways to treat it. Being part of this hub may help advance future studies and care options for CCHS.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hospitalized children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,199 recruiting hospitalized children studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a hospitalized children trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a hospitalized children trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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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.