Clinical trials
Pediatrics clinical trials
Below are recruiting pediatrics clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,386 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT05656378Recruiting
Storing samples to study how the body interacts with microbes
This study creates a storage bank of biological samples like blood, stool, and tissue. Researchers will use these samples to learn how the body interacts with the natural microbes that live in and on us, which may help improve treatments for many diseases.
Bethesda, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05809284Recruiting
Understanding CAR T-cell therapy persistence in young patients with ALL
This study looks at why CAR T-cell therapy stops working in some children and young adults with leukemia. It aims to help doctors understand how to make this treatment last longer.
LondonAges Up to 25 years - NCT07498335RecruitingPhase 3
Atrasentan for children with IgA nephropathy
This trial tests an experimental medicine called atrasentan for children aged 2 to under 18 with IgA nephropathy, a kidney disease. The study aims to see if the drug can help protect kidney function and reduce protein in the urine, with fewer side effects than current treatments.
Neptune City, New JerseyAges 2–18 - NCT07600736RecruitingPhase 2
Safety study of ABS-1230 for children with KCNT1 epilepsy
This trial tests a new drug called ABS-1230 in children and young adults with KCNT1-related epilepsy, a rare genetic form of epilepsy. The study will check if the drug is safe and if it helps reduce seizures.
Hackensack, New JerseyAges 1 month–21 years - NCT06934967RecruitingPhase 3
Iptacopan study for children with PNH
This trial tests an oral medication, iptacopan, for children with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), a rare blood condition. It aims to see how well the drug works in kids who have not tried anti-C5 therapy or who are switching from it.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 2–18 - NCT06527391RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Iron and choline for babies with low iron
This study tests whether giving iron and choline (a nutrient important for brain development) can improve brain health in babies with low iron. It is for 5- to 7-month-olds who are still breastfeeding.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 5 months–7 months - NCT06626035RecruitingPhase 3
Pain Medicine Study for Children Having Heart Surgery
This study tests a pain medicine for children having heart surgery. It aims to see if the medicine works well and is safe for managing pain after the operation.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 3–18 - NCT06558968Recruiting
Esthetic space maintainers for children's baby molars
This study tests two types of tooth-colored space maintainers (PEEK and BruxZir) in children who lose both lower first baby molars. The goal is to keep the space open for the permanent teeth to come in properly.
CairoAges 6–11 - NCT06330142Recruiting
Horsing around during radiotherapy for kids
This study tests if spending time with horses (hippotherapy) can help children aged 8 to 17 feel better during cancer radiation treatment. It aims to see if this activity improves quality of life and reduces stress.
StrasbourgAges 8–17 - 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 - NCT05999032Recruiting
Puerto Rico Asthma Integrated Response Program for children
This study tests a program to help children aged 2 to 12 with asthma that is not well controlled. The program provides support and resources to improve asthma management at home.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 2–12 - NCT05367609Recruiting
Personalized pain plan for kids getting spine fusion surgery
This trial tests a personalized plan to manage pain around the time of pediatric posterior-lateral spinal fusion surgery. It aims to improve comfort and reduce the chance of pain or opioid problems after surgery by tailoring pain medicines to the child.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 10–21 - NCT04604418Recruiting
Tracking outcomes during non-heart procedures in children with heart defects
This study looks at how children with congenital heart disease do during routine non-heart procedures, including medical or minor treatments that are not heart-related. It also measures how much health care they use afterward, which may help improve care planning for families.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT03986021Recruiting
Track puberty, hormones, and periods across early teen years
This study follows girls before and after their first period to measure how reproductive hormones and menstrual cycles change over time. It may help researchers understand who is at higher risk for hormone and period problems, like PCOS.
Research Triangle Park, North CarolinaAges 8–65 - 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 - NCT03384563RecruitingPhase 4
Testing a sedative’s effect on anesthesia dose needs in toddlers
This study looks at whether dexmedetomidine changes the minimum amount of sevoflurane (an inhaled anesthesia medicine) needed during surgery in young children. It may help doctors choose safer, more accurate anesthesia dosing for kids undergoing surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 1 month–3 years - NCT07750379Recruiting
Acid-reducing medicine for aspiration in children with laryngomalacia
This study tests whether giving a common acid-reducing medicine (a proton pump inhibitor) to children with laryngomalacia can reduce choking and aspiration. It may help if your child has frequent choking episodes.
Minya, Minya GovernorateAges 6 months–5 years - NCT04715191RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T therapy for GPC3-positive pediatric solid tumors
This Phase 1 study tests a customized immune-cell treatment (CAR T cells) made to recognize GPC3, a marker found on some tumors. It’s designed for children and young people whose solid tumors have not been cured by standard treatment and who can safely receive this therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 1–21 - NCT07207876Recruiting
Study of two antibiotics during pregnancy
This study looks at two antibiotics given during pregnancy: ceftriaxone (given as a shot or IV) for infections other than syphilis, and benzathine penicillin G (given as a shot) for syphilis. The goal is to learn more about how these medicines affect pregnant women and their babies.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07444619RecruitingPhase 1
Combination drugs for returning soft tissue sarcoma in young people
This trial tests if combining four drugs (pazopanib, trabectedin, ipilimumab, and nivolumab) can help treat soft tissue sarcomas that have come back. It is for children and young adults up to age 30.
Houston, TexasAges 1–30 - NCT06969742Recruiting
Mental health program for young cancer survivors and caregivers
This trial tests a program to help improve mental health and quality of life for teenagers and young adults who have had a solid tumor cancer, and for their caregivers. It focuses on those recently finished treatment or still in treatment, and aims to provide supportive counseling.
Goyang-si, Gyonggi-doAges 10–24 - NCT06972420Recruiting
Reducing anxiety for children before surgery
This study tests a way to help children aged 5-12 feel less anxious before surgery. If successful, it could make the start of anesthesia calmer and more comfortable for your child.
MarseilleAges 5–12 - NCT06987981Recruiting
Chitosan vs. Silver Dressings for Children's Burns
This study compares two types of wound dressings—one made from chitosan (a natural substance) and one with silver—to see how well they help heal children's burns and scars. If your child has a recent, mild-to-moderate burn that doesn't need surgery, this trial may be an option to help healing.
Novo MestoAges 6 months–17 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pediatrics?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,386 recruiting pediatrics 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 pediatrics 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 pediatrics 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.