Clinical trials
Hospitalized Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting hospitalized children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,223 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03593408Recruiting
Study drug levels in children on ECMO
This study measures how sedating and pain medicines move through the body in children who are supported by ECMO (a heart-lung machine). It may help doctors choose safer and more effective dosing for sedation and pain control during ECMO.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–17 years - NCT07762729Enrolling by invitation
Gut bacteria and metabolic health in children over 3 years
This study looks at how the bacteria in the gut (gut microbiota) relate to metabolic health in children over a 3-year period. By participating, you will help researchers understand early development, and you'll receive regular health check-ups.
Yiyang, HunanAges birth–3 years - NCT07455396RecruitingPhase 2
Dexamethasone vs methylprednisolone for children with severe asthma
This trial compares two steroids, dexamethasone and methylprednisolone, to see which works better for children in the intensive care unit with severe asthma. The goal is to find the best treatment with fewer side effects.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 3–17 - NCT06795126Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in kids getting IVs
This study tests if a virtual reality game called Little NIRVANA can help reduce pain and anxiety in children getting an IV. It's for kids ages 2 to 8 in the emergency department.
Columbus, OhioAges 2–8 - NCT06223828RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Azithromycin for Children with Severe Asthma in the ICU
This trial tests whether adding the antibiotic azithromycin to standard asthma treatments helps children with severe asthma in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) recover faster. It is for children ages 3 to 17 who are already receiving strong asthma medicines and steroids.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 3–17 - NCT06357728Recruiting
Tracking blood sugar during pregnancy
This study uses a continuous glucose monitor to track blood sugar levels during pregnancy in women of Chinese or Indian ethnicity. It aims to better understand glucose patterns in pregnancy.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–45 - NCT07375290RecruitingPhase 1
Zoledronate for Bone Health After Stem Cell Transplant
This trial tests if a bone-strengthening medicine called zoledronate can help prevent bone problems in children and teens who have had a stem cell transplant. It may be an option for patients with low bone density or those who develop graft-versus-host disease after transplant.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 5–18 - NCT05462301Recruiting
Setting normal heart ultrasound ranges for newborns
This study measures echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) results in healthy newborn babies to help define “normal” ranges. It’s mainly for babies without serious heart or lung problems, and it can help improve how doctors interpret future newborn echocardiograms.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 1 day–4 weeks - 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 - NCT07751068Recruiting
Ankle fracture treatment in children
This trial compares non-surgical treatments for children with a first-time ankle fracture. It aims to find which treatment works best for healing and recovery.
Frisco, TexasAges 5–12 - NCT06929208Recruiting
Music and heart rate during procedures
This trial studies how listening to music affects your heart rate and stress response during a procedure like surgery or a pain treatment. It may help you relax and feel more comfortable.
SingaporeAges 21–90 - NCT04216927RecruitingPhase 3
Neonates on heart-lung bypass get NO to prevent kidney injury
This Phase 3 study tests whether not giving nitric oxide during heart-lung bypass in newborns helps reduce the risk of acute kidney injury. It focuses on newborns having heart surgery for congenital heart disease.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1 day–1 month - NCT03415620Recruiting
Music listening during surgery to reduce anxiety and pain
This study tests whether listening to music around the time of surgery can lower anxiety and pain, reduce how much pain medicine you need, and improve satisfaction. You may be asked to fill out brief questionnaires before and after your procedure.
SingaporeAges 21–70 - NCT07397689Recruiting
Early Sepsis Detection Tool for Children
This trial checks if a new tool can help doctors spot sepsis early in children. If your child is under 18, had a blood culture, and received strong antibiotics within the first day in the hospital, they may qualify.
ShanghaiAges Up to 18 years - NCT04989894Recruiting
Study to measure recovery after childbirth
This trial looks at how mothers recover after childbirth and may help improve care plans that support faster, smoother recovery. You may be eligible if you recently delivered a single baby at term and can complete study tasks in Chinese.
SingaporeAges 21–50 - NCT06291649Recruiting
Studying accidental poisoning in children
This study watches and learns from kids who accidentally get poisoned. It helps doctors better understand how to treat these emergencies and prevent them.
Bagno a Ripoli, FirenzeAges 1 month–16 years - NCT06136260Recruiting
Grief support study for parents after child's sudden death
This study offers two types of support for parents or caregivers grieving the unexpected or traumatic death of a child under 25. It compares which approach works best in helping families cope with their loss.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06085326Recruiting
Smart checklist study for child breathing tube placements
This trial tests using a smart checklist to help doctors place breathing tubes more safely in children in the intensive care unit (ICU). It may help improve care for any child who needs this procedure.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges Up to 19 years - NCT05967871RecruitingPhase 1
Testing poop-based therapy for kids with SIBO
This early study tests whether fecal microbiota transplant (a stool donation placed into the gut) is safe and practical for children with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). It may help reduce SIBO symptoms, but the main goal is to see if the treatment and study steps work well.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 3–18 - NCT05875571RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac IV to reduce pain after IUD placement
This trial tests whether giving ketorolac through an IV can lessen pain after a sedated IUD placement. If you’re scheduled for sedated IUD placement, this may help reduce post-procedure discomfort.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 13–21 - NCT05722535Recruiting
Help families plan healthy media use together
This trial helps parents and their teens make a shared plan for how the family uses screens and media. It tests whether a shared decision-making approach can improve planning at home.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 11 years+ - NCT03721783Recruiting
Study of freezing treatment for children when doctors choose cryoablation
This trial enrolls children whose doctors decide they need a freezing procedure called cryoablation. The study looks at how this treatment is used in infants and children, including situations where it may be difficult or not possible at some point.
LondonAges Up to 18 years - NCT06676748RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Benzydamine gargle for sore throat after surgery
This trial tests whether a medicated mouthwash or gargle with benzydamine can help prevent a sore throat after surgery. It's for women having surgery with a type of breathing tube called a laryngeal mask airway.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 26 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hospitalized children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,223 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.