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
- NCT05800639Recruiting
Testing brain-wave patterns during pediatric anesthesia awakening
This study looks at brain-wave activity (measured with sensors) in young children during and after general anesthesia for planned eye surgery. It may help doctors understand why some children become very upset or confused as they wake up.
SeoulAges 2–8 - NCT06776900Recruiting
Breathing tube placement: side vs. back in children
This study compares two ways of placing a breathing tube (fiberoptic intubation) in children during surgery: lying on their side versus lying on their back. It aims to see which position is easier and safer for kids having non-head-and-neck surgeries.
CairoAges 2–10 - NCT06706375Recruiting
Comparing two types of penile nerve blocks for child circumcision
This study tests two ways of numbing the penis before circumcision in children. The goal is to see which method works better and causes less discomfort.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges Up to 17 years - NCT07059689Recruiting
Comparing breathing support after heart surgery in children
This trial compares two types of breathing support (high-flow nasal cannula vs. non-invasive ventilation) in children who have recently had heart surgery and are at high risk of having trouble breathing after their breathing tube is removed. The goal is to see which method works better to help them breathe on their own.
Jakarta, DKI JakartaAges Up to 18 years - NCT02610855Enrolling by invitation
Study of activity and muscle function in children with scoliosis
This study looks at how children’s activity levels and muscle performance change in different scoliosis treatments (surgery, bracing, or healthy peers). It uses motion sensors and an ultrasound-based test to better understand what treatments may do to the body’s muscles.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 9–16 - NCT04963751Recruiting
Pre-surgery counseling for teens having abdominal surgery
This trial offers counseling before surgery for children and teens to help them prepare and understand what to expect. It is designed for people having abdominal surgery under an ERAS pathway, which is a structured plan to support safer, smoother recovery.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 9–17 - NCT05934682Recruiting
Study of surgery outcomes in children
This study looks at how pediatric patients do after different types of planned and unplanned surgeries at participating hospitals. It may help doctors improve care and safety for children undergoing surgery.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 1 day–18 years - NCT07561827RecruitingPhase 3
Nerve Block for Pain After Spine Surgery in Teens
This trial tests whether a numbing injection around the spine muscles (erector spinae plane block) reduces pain and the need for strong pain medications after back surgery for scoliosis in teenagers. The goal is to help young patients recover more comfortably.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 10–18 - NCT07206836Recruiting
Enhanced recovery after colostomy reversal in children
This trial compares two ways to care for children after colostomy reversal surgery: standard care or an enhanced recovery program designed to speed up healing.
Faisalābad, Punjab ProvinceAges 2–13 - NCT07569835Recruiting
Long-Term Outcomes of Childhood Flatfoot Surgery
This study follows up with patients who had surgery to correct flat feet in childhood using special implants. Researchers want to see how well the surgery worked over 10 years and whether any changes occurred in the foot structure.
BolognaAges Any age - NCT02333825Enrolling by invitation
Study of first-time kneecap dislocation in youth
This study focuses on children and teens (25 or younger) who have had only one kneecap (patella) dislocation episode. It’s testing an approach for stabilizing the knee, aiming to help prevent future instability and improve outcomes for first-time dislocators.
Ages 8–25 - NCT07557576Recruiting
Pain management approaches for children having cleft surgery
This study compares two types of anesthesia (with and without opioid painkillers) for children undergoing cleft lip or palate surgery. The goal is to see which approach better controls pain after surgery and reduces agitation as the child wakes up.
ZagrebAges 3 months–7 years - NCT07657845Recruiting
Long-term safety of a freezing nerve block before pectus surgery
This study checks the long-term safety of a procedure called cryoneurolysis, which uses cold to temporarily numb certain nerves before surgery to fix a sunken chest (pectus excavatum). It may be for people who already had this treatment.
Bergamo, BGAges 14 years+ - NCT05334862Recruiting
8-plate surgery study for pediatric knock-knees after correction
This trial looks at children who have had surgery to correct knock-knees (genu varum) and may still have a remaining twist or shape problem. It tests a specific growth-modifying technique (an 8-plate hemi epiphysiodesis) to help improve bone alignment as the child grows.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 2.5 years–12 years - NCT07556185Recruiting
Testing a home heart health monitoring app for kids
This study tests whether young people with heart conditions can use a home monitoring app called Medly to track their symptoms and weight. The app may help doctors catch problems earlier and keep kids healthier at home.
Toronto, OntarioAges 8–18 - NCT07095244Recruiting
Iron supplements for kids recovering from hip surgery
This study looks at whether giving iron supplements before and after hip surgery helps children recover better. It includes children with or without neuromotor conditions.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges birth–18 years - NCT03704766Recruiting
Testing fluid markers to detect pediatric joint infections
This study checks special lab markers in joint fluid to tell septic (infected) arthritis apart from other inflammatory causes in children. It may help clinicians detect infection more accurately and quickly so kids can get the right treatment.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges Up to 17 years
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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.
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.