Clinical trials
Hospitalized Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting hospitalized children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,225 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03625739Recruiting
Study how TB medicines move through children’s bodies
This study looks at how common TB medicines are absorbed, used, and cleared in children who are already taking treatment for tuberculosis. It may help doctors choose safer and more effective doses for children.
BeijingAges 1 day–18 years - NCT04573439Recruiting
Protein needs study for healthy active children
This study looks at how much protein children who are already in the “normal weight” range need to support an active lifestyle. It may help researchers fine-tune nutrition guidance for kids who are active and healthy.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 8–10 - NCT04955210Recruiting
Study of data sharing in children with severe infections
This trial builds a shared medical data system to better understand severe pneumonia and sepsis in children. Your participation helps clinicians and researchers learn from many cases to improve future care.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT06364514Recruiting
Antibiotic course study for kids with complex medical needs
This study looks at how long children with complex medical conditions need to take antibiotics for pneumonia. The goal is to find a patient-centered approach to treatment that works best for each child.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2–25 - NCT06416488Recruiting
HIIT for heart health in school-age kids
This trial tests whether a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program can improve heart health and reduce risk factors like high blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure in school-age children. It's for children who have at least one of these problems and are not already doing intense exercise.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 7–18 - NCT06870006Recruiting
Heart monitoring for kids starting psychiatric drugs
This study is for children and teens in a hospital psychiatric ward who are starting a new medicine that might affect their heart's rhythm. It will check your heart with an ECG (electrocardiogram) to make sure it stays safe.
Troina, EnnaAges Up to 18 years - NCT06924918Enrolling by invitation
Scalp acupuncture for chronic tic disorders in children
This trial tests whether scalp acupuncture can help children aged 4-12 with chronic tic disorders (like motor or vocal tics). It may be an option for kids who can't take standard medications or want to avoid them.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4–12 - NCT06820593Recruiting
Asthma care with technology for kids and families
This study tests whether a sensor that tracks inhaler use can help children ages 4–17 with persistent or uncontrolled asthma. It aims to make managing asthma at home easier for caregivers.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 years+ - NCT06356545Recruiting
Study of children with chronic diarrhea in China
This study looks at children with ongoing diarrhea to better understand the causes and find better ways to diagnose and treat it. It will use advanced testing to learn more about the condition.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1 month–3 years - NCT06125210Recruiting
Early treatment bundle to prevent ventilator dependence in kids
This study tests a set of early therapies (a 'bundle') for children on breathing machines to help them get off the machine sooner and avoid long-term dependence. It may be a good fit if your child is stable and doesn't have severe brain or spine problems.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT04961580Recruiting
Study of ceftazidime dosing in sick children
This trial measures how ceftazidime (an antibiotic) moves through the body and how it works in children with severe infections in the pediatric intensive care unit. It may help doctors choose safer, more effective dosing for kids.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 3 months–18 years - NCT05464186Recruiting
Whole versus nonfat milk effects on kids’ body composition
This study compares whole milk vs nonfat milk to see how each affects body composition (such as fat and lean mass) in children. It may help families understand whether milk type makes a difference for healthy growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 9–12 - NCT06356220Recruiting
Gluten-free nutrition for kids with celiac disease
This study helps children with newly diagnosed celiac disease eat a healthier gluten-free diet by reducing processed foods. It aims to improve nutrition and overall health.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2–18 - NCT06500078Recruiting
Intermittent Diet for Heart Health in Kids
This study tests whether a special diet pattern (eating less at certain times) can improve heart health and blood sugar in school-aged children. It's for children who are overweight or have early signs of diabetes or heart risks.
ShanghaiAges 7–18 - NCT06861530Recruiting
Study on adrenal gland recovery after steroid treatment in children with leukemia
This study looks at how the adrenal glands recover after children with leukemia or lymphoma are treated with steroids. The goal is to see how common adrenal suppression is and to help doctors monitor this safely.
AarauAges Up to 18 years - NCT03948867Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Hydroxyurea to help prevent strokes in sickle cell
This study looks at whether hydroxyurea (a medicine) can help lower the risk of stroke in children with sickle cell anemia, using screening tests like ultrasound of blood flow. It may help by identifying kids at higher risk and starting treatment if it’s safe for them.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2–16 - NCT06967727Recruiting
Registry study for epilepsy and movement disorders
This study is creating a registry to track the health of people who have specific genetic changes that cause epilepsy and uncontrolled movements (dyskinesia). It may help researchers better understand these conditions and how they change over time.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–30 years - NCT07150650Enrolling by invitation
Biomarkers for ICU weakness in children on breathing machines
This study looks for early warning signs (biomarkers) of muscle weakness that can happen in children who need a breathing machine for more than a few days. If your child is in the PICU on a ventilator for at least 3 days, this team may be able to test for clues that help prevent or manage this weakness.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1 month–18 years - NCT03044509Recruiting
Testing to diagnose tuberculosis in Swiss children
This trial studies how to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) in children and teens when they are being checked after possible exposure or because TB is suspected. It may help doctors figure out faster and more accurately who has TB infection or disease.
AarauAges Up to 17 years - NCT05120505RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin study for children with Fragile X syndrome
This trial tests whether metformin is safe and helpful for children who have Fragile X syndrome. You may be considered if your child meets the health and medication rules and can attend regular follow-up visits.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 2–16 - NCT05336890Recruiting
Using past oxygen data to predict risks after premature birth
This study builds a personalized computer model that uses earlier breathing/oxygen information from preterm infants to predict possible health or development outcomes by preschool age. It may help families and doctors better estimate risks and plan support, using information already collected in a previous study.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 7 months–6.9 years - NCT06564662Recruiting
Brain wave test for kids with prolonged seizures
This study uses a quick brain wave test (EEG) to help doctors spot ongoing seizure activity in children who are thought to have status epilepticus, a type of long-lasting seizure. The results may help guide treatment faster.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 2–18 - NCT06801366Recruiting
Video clips to help diagnose sleep apnea in children
This study tests if video clips recorded at home can help diagnose obstructive sleep apnea in children, possibly reducing the need for an overnight hospital sleep test. It may be a good fit if your child is between 2 and 18 years old, has been referred for a sleep study, and you have a smartphone or tablet.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 2–18 - NCT06852313Recruiting
Saving the ovaries: surgery for simple cysts in kids
This study looks at surgery to remove simple ovarian cysts in children and teens while trying to save the ovary. It aims to find the best way to treat these cysts and keep the ovary working well.
BaselAges 1–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hospitalized children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,225 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.
Related conditions
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.