Clinical trials · Kansas City, MO
Pediatrics clinical trials in Kansas City
We’re tracking 45 recruiting pediatrics studies with a site in or near Kansas City — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Kansas City
- NCT04715178Recruiting
Childhood cancer sample and data registry
This study collects stored samples (like blood or tissue) and health information from people affected by cancer at a young age, including some survivors. The goal is to build a library of specimens and data that researchers can use to better understand childhood and young adult cancers.
Kansas City, MissouriAges Any age - NCT02418442Recruiting
Kid rheumatic disease registry study for follow-up care
This is an observational study that follows children and teens with rheumatic (joint/inflammatory) diseases to better understand how they develop and are cared for over time. You may help by letting the study contact your family in the future and by completing study tasks as needed.
Kansas City, MissouriAges Up to 21 years - NCT07494045RecruitingPhase 2
Study of CTAP101 for kids with chronic kidney disease
This study tests a new extended-release capsule (CTAP101) for children aged 8 to under 18 with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease (CKD). The goal is to see how the drug works in the body, if it's safe, and if it can help control mineral and hormone levels that are often out of balance in CKD.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 1 month–17 years - NCT05947071RecruitingPhase 2
Higher-dose flu vaccine versus standard dose in child transplant patients
This trial compares a higher-dose flu vaccine to the standard dose in children who recently received a kidney, heart, and/or liver transplant. It aims to see which dose better protects children against influenza while checking for safety.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 3–17 - NCT03619850RecruitingPhase 3
Ferumoxytol vs iron sucrose for child kidney anemia
This study compares two IV iron treatments—ferumoxytol and iron sucrose—to treat iron deficiency anemia in children with chronic kidney disease. It aims to see which option works better and is safe, and also to learn how each medicine behaves in the body.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 2–17 - NCT03633708RecruitingPhase 3
Etelcalcetide for children with dialysis-related overactive parathyroid hormone
This trial studies etelcalcetide in children who have chronic kidney disease and too much parathyroid hormone while on hemodialysis. It aims to safely lower the hormone levels and help manage related bone/mineral problems.
Kansas City, MissouriAges birth–18 years - NCT06630000Recruiting
Short therapy for parents of kids with feeding disorders
This study tests a short, talk-based therapy for parents of young children with feeding disorders. It aims to help parents manage their own stress, anxiety, or depression so they can better support their child.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT04726241RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing blood and bone marrow samples in young leukemia patients
This trial looks at blood and bone marrow samples from children and teens whose leukemia has come back or is hard to treat. The goal is to better understand the disease and guide future options for these patients.
Kansas City, MissouriAges Up to 22 years - NCT06177067RecruitingPhase 1
Study of 3 drugs for young AML patients with genetic changes
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (revumenib, azacitidine, and venetoclax) for children and young adults with a hard-to-treat type of leukemia that has a specific genetic change. The goal is to see if this new mix can help when standard treatments have not worked.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 1–30 - NCT04743141RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term migraine medicine study for kids with migraine attacks
This Phase 3 study checks the long-term safety of rimegepant, a migraine treatment, in children and teens. You might join if your child has had migraine for at least 6 months and still gets a certain number of moderate-to-severe migraine attacks.
Kansas City, KansasAges 6–17 - NCT06747884Recruiting
Study for children with myotonic dystrophy
This study looks at how to best measure muscle health and function in children with myotonic dystrophy. It may help prepare for future treatment trials.
Kansas City, KansasAges 3–17 - NCT06888011Recruiting
Healthy living program for rural children
This study tests a program called iAmHealthy to help children ages 6 to 11 who live in rural areas and are overweight. The program will help families make healthy changes at home and in their daily routine.
Kansas City, KansasAges 6–11 - NCT06847282Recruiting
Motor skills study for children with FSHD
This study looks at how children with FSHD move and function over time. It uses walking tests and optional MRI scans to understand muscle changes. Your child's participation could help researchers learn more about FSHD progression in kids.
Kansas City, KansasAges 5–17 - NCT06479278Recruiting
Talk With Me Baby for early language development
This study tests a program called Talk With Me Baby, which coaches parents on talking with their infants to help boost their early language skills during regular well-child checkups. It is for caregivers who speak English and have a healthy full-term baby up to 9 months old.
Kansas City, KansasAges birth–9 months - NCT06273748Recruiting
Study on chronic eye inflammation in children
This study looks at children with long-term eye inflammation that is not caused by an infection. It aims to learn more about the condition and how to better help patients.
Kansas City, KansasAges 1–16 - NCT04649242RecruitingPhase 3
Migraine pain relief study for kids and teens
This trial studies a medicine for stopping a migraine attack in children and teens. It may help families understand which treatment works best during acute (during-attack) migraine pain.
Kansas City, KansasAges 6–17 - NCT05224778Recruiting
Study for young children with neonatal myotonic dystrophy type 1
This study looks at measurements and child-focused outcomes in babies and toddlers with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) that started in the newborn period. It may help researchers better track how the condition affects children and evaluate care plans more accurately.
Fairway, KansasAges Up to 4.9 years - NCT04222413RecruitingPhase 1
Study of metarrestin for advanced solid tumors
This study tests an experimental drug called metarrestin for people with solid tumors that have spread or come back after standard treatment. It may help by targeting a protein involved in cancer cell growth.
Fairway, KansasAges 12–120 - NCT05707949Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term safety study of atogepant for kids with migraine
This trial studies the long-term safety (side effects over time) of atogepant tablets in children and teens with migraine. It may help families understand whether the medicine is safe for longer use in ages 6 to 17.
Overland Park, KansasAges 6–17 - NCT05127954Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term migraine tablet study for kids and teens ages 6–17
This study follows kids and teens who already took part in an earlier migraine medication study to check long-term safety and comfort with oral ubrogepant tablets. It may help families understand whether this migraine tablet is safe to keep using over time.
Overland Park, KansasAges 6–17 - NCT05711394RecruitingPhase 3
Atogepant for preventing episodic migraine in children
This study tests whether an oral medicine called atogepant can reduce migraine activity in children ages 6–17 and checks its side effects. It’s meant for kids with episodic migraine (not the more constant types) who may benefit from preventive treatment.
Overland Park, KansasAges 6–17
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Pediatrics trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Kansas City
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatrics studies listed above.
- Children's Mercy Hospital · 6 studies
- University of Kansas Medical Center · 5 studies
- Clinical Associates Midwest, LLC · 2 studies
- Children's Mercy Hospital of Kansas City
- Children's Mercy Kansas City Division of Rheumatology, Division of Rheumatology
- Childrens Mercy Hospital
- Clinical Associates Midwest, LLC /ID# 274356
- College Park Family Care Center
What taking part in a pediatrics study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting pediatrics studies in Missouri.
Common questions
- Are there pediatrics clinical trials near Kansas City?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 45 recruiting pediatrics studies with a site near Kansas City, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a pediatrics study near Kansas City?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Kansas City to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Kansas City, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a pediatrics trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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