Clinical trials
Pediatrics clinical trials
Below are recruiting pediatrics clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,376 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05220709Recruiting
Check fluid balance during pediatric surgery using a body sensor
This study tests whether a noninvasive body monitor (bio impedance) can track fluid balance in children during planned surgery under general anesthesia. If it works well, it may help doctors manage fluids more safely during surgery.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 1 month–16 years - NCT05219903Recruiting
Study of children with eosinophilic gut disorders
This study looks at children ages 0–18 with eosinophilic gut disorders (EGIDs) to better understand these conditions and how they are managed. It may help doctors improve care by comparing real-world information from patients followed at participating hospitals.
PaviaAges birth–18 years - 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.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Up to 4.9 years - NCT05233397RecruitingPhase 2
Actemra for children and young adults with craniopharyngioma
This trial studies Actemra (tocilizumab) to slow or shrink adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma, a brain tumor that can recur after treatment. You may be eligible if you’re within the age range and have measurable tumor on scan, with specific rules about prior therapy and recovery.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05246098Recruiting
Rehabilitation program study for young and adult ICU COVID/respiratory survivors
This study looks at whether a rehabilitation approach improves recovery outcomes for people who survived COVID-19 or a serious breathing infection and needed ICU/PICU care. It may help those still dealing with physical or functional problems after their critical illness.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Any age - NCT05250180Recruiting
Animal-assisted therapy for kids after brain injury
This study looks at whether guided time with therapy animals helps children recover after an acquired brain injury, and what factors affect whether it works. Families may be asked to allow animal sessions and track responses over time.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 4–24 - NCT05253495RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted immunotherapy added to chemotherapy and radiation for lymphoma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding targeted immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy and radiation can improve outcomes in children with certain types of lymphoma. It may help the immune system work better against cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 3–39 - 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+ - NCT05270096Recruiting
Matches children and young people to leukemia treatment plans
This trial is set up to review tumor lab test results to help doctors choose the most appropriate next treatment for people with leukemia that has returned or did not respond. It mainly matters for younger patients who are not already on a standard treatment path.
GhentAges birth–25 years - NCT05272293RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy using donor immune cells for young people with AML
This trial tests a new cancer treatment made from a close family member’s immune cells, adjusted in the lab and given to children or young adults with AML. It may help the immune system better attack leukemia, especially for high-risk, relapsed, or refractory AML.
Minsk, Minsk OblastAges 6 months–30 years - NCT05275881Recruiting
Virtual reality during procedures for young blood or cancer patients
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during certain procedures can make them easier for children, teens, and young adults with blood or cancer-related conditions. Participants must be able to safely use a VR headset and be willing to take part.
PoitiersAges 7–24 - NCT05278715RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment plan for optic pathway glioma in children
This Phase 2 trial tests a modified chemotherapy treatment plan for children and young people with optic pathway glioma, aiming to shrink tumor and improve eye/brain symptoms. You may be able to join if your diagnosis is confirmed and your body can safely handle treatment.
BeijingAges 3 months–21 years - NCT05281016Recruiting
Online family program to help children with weight
This study tests an online, family-based program (called the LITE Programme) to help children who are overweight. It may help improve healthy habits at home and support weight management.
SingaporeAges 6–12 - NCT05286788RecruitingPhase 2
MEKTOVI for children with adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma
This Phase 2 trial tests MEKTOVI® to treat pediatric adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma (a type of brain tumor). It may help shrink or control the tumor after it has come back or grown again.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05293197RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of repeated blood-brain barrier opening for pediatric brain tumors
This Phase 1 study tests whether a device can safely and repeatedly open the blood-brain barrier (a protective shield in the brain) in children with malignant brain tumors. It aims to help the tumor treatment work better while watching for safety issues.
ParisAges 5–17 - NCT05294302Recruiting
Online support program for cancer parents in English or Spanish
This trial tests an online (e-health) counseling and support program for parents of children with cancer. It may help you feel better supported and more informed while caring for your child.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05303064RecruitingPhase 3
Study of weight gain medicine for teens with certain mood or psychosis
This Phase 3 study tests a treatment aimed at reducing unhealthy weight gain in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder, using changes in BMI (a height-and-weight measure). It may help families who are concerned about weight changes that can happen with some psychiatric medicines.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 10–17 - NCT05303987RecruitingPhase 2
Dexmedetomidine or propofol for sleep endoscopy in children
This Phase 2 study compares two medicines used to help children sleep during a procedure called drug-induced sleep endoscopy. It’s for children with obstructive sleep apnea who are being evaluated before adenotonsillectomy, to help surgeons understand the cause of the blockage and potentially improve treatment planning.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 3–11 - NCT05306509Recruiting
Early palliative care talks for kids with cancer
This trial tests whether nurse-led conversations about comfort and support (palliative care) early in a child’s cancer journey can help families and the child cope better. It is focused on newly diagnosed or relapsed pediatric cancer patients in Chinese-speaking settings.
Shanghai, MinhangAges Up to 18 years - NCT05309746Recruiting
Save ovarian tissue before cancer treatment
This trial studies freezing (cryopreserving) ovarian tissue before treatment that may permanently affect fertility and hormone production. You might consider it if you are planning surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation soon and want to preserve future options.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 30 years - NCT05316922RecruitingPhase 3
Lowering thyroid hormone during radiation to prevent low thyroid
This study tests whether using treatment to keep thyroid-stimulating signals low during radiation to the thyroid area can help prevent a treatment-related drop in thyroid function in children. It is aimed at kids with certain cancers whose radiation plan includes thyroid tissue.
MilanAges Any age - NCT05321758Recruiting
Stool transplant as first treatment for kids with Crohn’s
This study tests whether transferring healthy gut bacteria from stool into the colon can work as a first treatment for children newly diagnosed with mild-to-moderate Crohn’s disease. It may help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms, and it requires regular colonoscopy to monitor progress.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 2–16 - NCT05333302RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T treatment study for children and young adults with CD19 leukemia
This Phase 1 study tests a CAR-T cell treatment made to target CD19 in children and young adults whose leukemia or lymphoma has come back or did not respond to prior treatment. It aims to see how the treatment works and how safe it is in this age group.
Minsk, Minsk OblastAges 1–30 - NCT05334823RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T-cell treatment for CD19-positive relapsed leukemia in children
This Phase 2 trial tests pCAR-19B, a customized immune-cell treatment for children and teens with CD19-positive B-ALL that has come back or did not respond to standard therapy. If eligible, you would receive the cell infusion after cell collection and testing to make sure the leukemia cells have the right marker.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 3–21
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pediatrics?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,376 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.
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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.