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
- NCT07461376Recruiting
A trial comparing two sleep medicines for children before surgery
This study tests two oral medicines given before surgery to help children relax and lower the need for stronger painkillers after the operation. It is for children having surgeries like hernia repair, circumcision, or hypospadias correction.
Cairo, Giza GovernorateAges 3–12 - NCT06984276Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain relief in children having heart surgery
This study compares two different ultrasound-guided numbing injections (pectoral nerve block vs. transverse thoracic plane block) to see which provides better pain control for children aged 6 months to 7 years undergoing heart surgery through a chest incision with a heart-lung machine.
CairoAges 6 months–7 years - NCT07564531Recruiting
Safe sedation for heart catheterization in children
This study tests whether a combination of two sedative medications (dexmedetomidine and ketamine) works safely and effectively to keep children calm and still during heart catheterization—a procedure where a thin tube is guided through blood vessels to the heart for diagnosis or treatment.
HanoiAges Up to 18 years - NCT07158463Recruiting
Plasma exchange in children with kidney disease
This study looks back at kids aged 1–18 who had a treatment called therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) in the pediatric kidney unit. TPE is a procedure that replaces the liquid part of the blood, which may help with certain kidney conditions.
SohagAges 1–18 - NCT07739004Recruiting
Fever in Children: Predictors of Serious Illness
This study looks at children with fever to find early signs that might predict serious illness, helping doctors make better triage decisions in the emergency room.
Kayseri, TalasAges birth–18 years - NCT06257394RecruitingPhase 2
Treating high-risk childhood leukemia in Korea
This trial tests a new treatment plan for children with very high-risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia. It aims to improve outcomes for patients whose leukemia has specific genetic markers or has not responded well to initial treatment.
DaeguAges 1–19 - NCT06184009RecruitingPhase 2
Treatment for high-risk childhood leukemia
This trial tests a new treatment approach for children and teens with high-risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It aims to improve outcomes for those with certain genetic changes or cancer that has spread.
Seoul, SeoulAges 1–19 - NCT07410078Recruiting
Comparing medicines given before surgery for children
This trial compares different medicines given by mouth before surgery to see which works best to help children relax and have less pain. If your child is having day surgery, this study might help find the best pre-surgery medicine for them.
AnkaraAges 4–12 - NCT07724756RecruitingPhase 2
Testing QLC2519 with chemotherapy for pediatric sarcoma
This trial tests a new drug (QLC2519) given alongside a standard chemotherapy regimen called VDC/IE for children and teens with sarcoma. The goal is to see if it can help treat their cancer more effectively.
BeijingAges birth–18 years - NCT04948619RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine response after cancer therapy in kids
This study is checking how well the immune system works and responds to vaccines in children and young adults who have recently finished cancer treatment. It may help doctors understand if vaccines are safe and effective after therapy.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 2–21 - NCT07448103Recruiting
Robot-assisted rehab for kids with brain injury
This trial uses a social robot and artificial intelligence to help children with acquired brain injury do rehabilitation exercises at the hospital or at home. The robot guides them through arm and hand activities to improve movement and recovery.
Madrid, MadridAges 7–16 - NCT07568509RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Oxytocin levels in children with pituitary disease
This study measures oxytocin (a natural hormone) levels in children who have pituitary gland problems. Researchers want to understand if children with certain pituitary conditions don't make enough oxytocin, which could help guide future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7–21 - NCT07718958Recruiting
Biomarkers for PANS in children
This study looks for blood markers that could help diagnose and track pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS). If your child has PANS, participating could help improve understanding and treatment of this condition.
Cagliari, CagliariAges 3–18 - NCT07387926RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing asciminib for children and young adults with a type of leukemia
This trial tests an experimental drug called asciminib for children and young adults whose leukemia (a specific type of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia with certain gene changes) has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective for these patients.
Ramat GanAges 1–30 - NCT03315546RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Breathing-hold radiotherapy for children with chest or belly tumors
This early-phase trial tests a radiotherapy technique that uses deep, coached breaths and short breath-holds to help protect healthy organs during treatment. It may help children who need radiation for certain tumors in the chest or belly area.
Copenhagen, DanmarkAges 5–17 - NCT03546309Recruiting
Testing RIC to help children with moyamoya after surgery
This trial studies whether a treatment called RIC (remote ischemic conditioning) is safe and helpful for children with moyamoya disease who undergo revascularization surgery. It aims to improve outcomes after surgery and reduce risk, while carefully tracking safety.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT03786549Recruiting
Sickle cell care transition program for teens and families
This study tests a structured program to help teens with sickle cell disease smoothly transition from pediatric care to adult care, with support for parents or legal guardians. It may help families coordinate care sooner and more confidently during this change.
Fort-de-France-La Martinique, La MartiniqueAges 16–17 - NCT04039490Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided IV placement in children using a new device
This study tests a new device to help place an IV (a small tube in a blood vessel) in children using ultrasound. It may make the procedure easier and safer for pediatric patients who need a blood-vessel access.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1 month–17 years - NCT04134559RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab for kids with liver cancer that came back
This trial studies pembrolizumab (an immune therapy) in children and young people with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) that has returned or did not respond to earlier treatment. The goal is to see whether it can shrink tumors and help control the cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges birth–30 years - NCT04323410Recruiting
Compare two ways to fix children’s forearm bone fractures
This study compares two surgical methods—casting versus percutaneous pinning—to treat certain distal (near the wrist) forearm fractures in children. It aims to find which method works best for healing and function, especially in specific fracture types.
HelsinkiAges Up to 10 years - NCT04477967Recruiting
Creating a liver transplant biobank for children
This trial sets up a long-term collection of medical information and samples from children who have had a liver transplant. It helps doctors study outcomes over time and improve care for future patients.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 1 month–18 years - NCT04629014Recruiting
Quality of life study for kids with intestinal failure
This study looks at how children with intestinal failure feel and function day to day, using questionnaires. It aims to better understand quality of life to improve care for families managing specialized nutrition needs.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 6 months–25 years - NCT04675918Recruiting
Registry for children’s in-hospital cardiac arrest
This study collects information about children (from 1 month to 18 years) who have a cardiac arrest while in the hospital. The goal is to better understand what happens during these emergencies and improve care in the future.
MadridAges 1 month–18 years - NCT04811313Recruiting
Tranexamic acid for children having hip bone surgery
This study tests whether tranexamic acid (a medicine that helps reduce bleeding) can safely help children during certain hip bone operations. It may help lower blood loss around the surgery.
AsyutAges 1–18
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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.
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.