Clinical trials
Pediatric Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting pediatric surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 89 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02352116Recruiting
Pain treatment plan after outpatient surgery for young children
This study tests a pain-management plan right after surgery for children ages 1–6 who go home the same day. It aims to see whether the plan improves comfort after anesthesia without requiring longer hospital recovery.
New York, New YorkAges 1–6 - NCT07545538Enrolling by invitation
Carbohydrate Drink Before Surgery to Help Kids Recover
This study tests whether drinking a special carbohydrate solution before surgery helps children's bodies handle the stress of the operation better and recover more smoothly. The drink may reduce complications related to blood sugar control after surgery.
Yogyakarta, Special Region of YogyakartaAges 2–16 - NCT07740915Enrolling by invitation
Pain relief after heart surgery in children
This study compares two types of pain blocks for children having heart surgery for the first time. The goal is to see which block provides better pain relief after surgery, which could help your child recover more comfortably.
Diyarbakır, DiyarbakırAges birth–18 years - NCT07029230Recruiting
Blood test during heart surgery to predict heart failure in kids
This study looks at a substance called sST2 in the blood of children having heart surgery. The goal is to see if sST2 levels can help doctors predict heart failure after surgery.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges Up to 18 years - NCT00674388Recruiting
Improving care for children during anesthesia
This study aims to improve how anesthesia care is delivered to children in participating hospitals. Because it includes all children having anesthesia, it may help ensure safer, better care during procedures.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Up to 21 years - NCT05736744RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Magnesium before surgery in children to reduce complications
This study tests whether giving magnesium before planned (elective) keyhole abdominal surgery can improve outcomes in children. It may help reduce problems related to anesthesia and muscle function during and after surgery.
Asyut, Assiut GovernorateAges 2–12 - NCT06245317Recruiting
New ventilation method for children having laparoscopic surgery
This trial compares a special ventilation method (PCV-VG) to standard care during laparoscopic surgery in children. It aims to see if it helps them breathe better during the procedure.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 1–8 - NCT06604364Recruiting
Virtual reality to reduce anxiety before children's arm or leg surgery
This study tests whether watching a virtual reality video can help calm children aged 7 to 12 before minor orthopedic surgery. If your child is having a short procedure (less than an hour) with a numbing shot instead of full sleep medicine, this might be a good fit.
BolognaAges 7–12 - NCT07426731Recruiting
Comparing two pain blocks for hypospadias surgery in boys
This trial tests two different ways to numb the area for hypospadias repair surgery in young boys. It aims to find which method works better to manage pain after the operation.
IstanbulAges 1–7 - NCT07713433Recruiting
Antibiotics versus none for pediatric colorectal surgery
This trial tests whether giving oral antibiotics before surgery is better than giving no antibiotics for children who are having their colostomy closed or a pull-through procedure. It aims to reduce infections and improve recovery in children with conditions like anorectal malformation or Hirschsprung's disease.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 1–15 - NCT04153994Recruiting
Numbing injection study for kids’ scoliosis back surgery pain
This trial tests whether a specific numbing injection (placed in the muscles of the back) can improve pain control for children having one-stage scoliosis surgery. It may help reduce post-surgery pain needs and improve comfort.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT04201704Recruiting
Less IV fluids for children after trauma
This trial studies whether giving children less fluid through a vein after serious injury helps them recover safely. Children are enrolled soon after arrival to the ICU so the team can compare outcomes between different fluid amounts.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 6 months–15 years - NCT04986683Recruiting
MRI study to reduce brain deficits after pediatric epilepsy surgery
This study uses special MRI pictures to better plan epilepsy surgery and help lower the chance of new brain problems after surgery. It includes children and teens with drug-resistant focal epilepsy who are having a two-stage surgery with brain surface electrodes.
Detroit, MichiganAges 3–19 - NCT05260320Recruiting
Testing the best anesthesia plan for teens having jaw surgery
This study looks at whether a standardized anesthesia plan works best for kids and teens having Le Fort jaw surgery at Johns Hopkins. If you qualify, the team may use or adjust anesthesia to improve safety and comfort during surgery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 14 years+ - NCT05724446RecruitingPhase 3
Steroid eye drops for inflammation after cataract surgery in young children
This study tests whether a clobetasol steroid eye drop (a nanoemulsion) reduces eye inflammation after cataract surgery in babies and toddlers. It may help protect comfort and eye healing after surgery.
BarcelonaAges birth–3 years - NCT06189781RecruitingPhase 4
Pain shot vs epidural for hip surgery in kids with cerebral palsy
This study compares a pain injection to epidural anesthesia for children with cerebral palsy having hip surgery. The goal is to see which method provides better pain control during and after the procedure.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT06464757Recruiting
Laryngomalacia and breathing in children: before and after treatment study
This trial is for children with laryngomalacia (a floppy voice box) who have noisy breathing and trouble breathing. It will check how they are doing before and after treatment, and follow up for one year to see how their quality of life improves.
OsloAges 1 week–12 months - NCT06520410RecruitingPhase 4
Short vitrectomy tool for children's eye surgery
This trial tests a shorter, 18-millimeter tool for vitrectomy surgery in children. It aims to see if this smaller tool is safe and works well for treating various eye problems in kids.
TaoyuanAges birth–18 years - NCT07552766RecruitingPhase 4
Lidocaine infusion to reduce opioid use in arm fracture surgery
This study tests whether giving a pain-relieving medication called lidocaine through an IV during arm fracture surgery can reduce how much opioid pain medication (like morphine) children need after surgery. The goal is to help manage pain better while using fewer opioids.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 3–18 - NCT06846944Recruiting
Relaxation technique for anxiety before children's surgery
This study tests a relaxation method to help children aged 5 to 15 feel less anxious before minor surgery. Children having low-intensity procedures like hernia repair or cyst removal at Meyer Hospital may take part.
Florence, FiAges 5–15 - NCT07023094RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two nerve blocks for kids' hip surgery
This trial tests two types of pain-relieving nerve blocks for children having hip surgery. One uses a PENG block with LFCB, the other an ESP block; the goal is to see which provides better pain control.
PoznanAges 2–16 - NCT07184476Recruiting
Measuring small blood vessels in kids having heart surgery
This study looks at tiny blood vessels in children with specific heart defects during surgery. It may help doctors better understand circulation and improve care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1 day–17 years - NCT07304947Recruiting
Guiding blood flow during Moyamoya surgery in children
This study tests if careful monitoring and management of blood flow during surgery can help children with Moyamoya disease recover better after EDAS. It aims to improve safety and outcomes by adjusting treatment based on real-time heart function.
SeoulAges 1 month–18 years - NCT07450495Recruiting
Sevoflurane for anesthesia in children's eye surgery
This trial compares different amounts of sevoflurane, a sleep medicine, given to children aged 1 to 6 years during minor eye surgery. It aims to find the best dose to keep children comfortable and safe.
Shantou, GuangdongAges 1–6
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pediatric surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 89 recruiting pediatric surgery 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 pediatric surgery 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 pediatric surgery 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.