Clinical trials
Prematurity clinical trials
Below are recruiting prematurity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 265 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04380051Recruiting
Sensory touch therapy to help parents bond with very preterm babies
This study tests whether a gentle sensory “stimulation” approach can improve how parents and very preterm babies interact and support the baby’s social development. If you qualify, you and your baby would be asked to take part so researchers can see whether this early intervention helps bonding and social skills.
ReimsAges Up to 1 day - NCT04390308Recruiting
Testing gentle stimulation of ovaries before fertility treatment
This trial studies whether a “mechanical stimulation” procedure can help small egg-making structures in the ovary start to work again in people with primary ovarian insufficiency. If the procedure shows signs of response, you may then move on to further fertility treatment, including IVF.
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi EmirateAges 18–40 - NCT04415203Recruiting
Treatment for frequent extra heartbeats using a simple patch
This trial tests a non-surgery treatment (using a skin patch) for people who have frequent extra heartbeats coming from the heart’s lower chambers. It’s meant to see whether the patch reduces symptoms or abnormal heart rhythm compared with usual care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04413994Recruiting
Exclusive breast milk study in preterm babies
This study tests whether feeding extremely preterm babies only human milk (no formula) affects early health outcomes, including risks that may develop later. It also includes term-born babies for comparison. The study is mainly about feeding and safety, and you would follow the study’s feeding plan.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 1 day–5 years - NCT04420156Recruiting
Study to understand eye disease risk in premature babies
This study looks at newborn eye exams and genetic information to better understand why some premature infants develop a serious vision problem called ROP. You may be invited because your baby needs routine eye screening or is being moved for specialized eye care.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Up to 1 year - NCT04430790RecruitingPhase 3
Doxapram for apnea in very preterm babies on breathing support
This trial studies whether the medicine doxapram can better treat breathing pauses (apnea) in very preterm babies who are already on breathing support in the NICU. It aims to reduce the need for extra interventions and improve outcomes in this high-risk group.
Brussels, Avenaue Hippocrate 10Ages 5 months–7 months - NCT04445571Recruiting
Surfactant given with a thin tube or catheter device
This trial tests two ways of giving surfactant (a lung medicine) to very premature babies with respiratory distress syndrome. It may help show which method works better and is safer for helping newborn lungs breathe.
StockholmAges Up to 2 days - NCT04661553Recruiting
Special camera test to spot early cervical changes in pregnancy
This trial tests a detailed “polarimetric colposcopy” camera exam to better detect early changes in the cervix during pregnancy. Results may help guide closer monitoring in pregnancy, especially if there are signs that the cervix may start to change too soon.
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT04685356Recruiting
Testing IBAIP for brain development in very preterm babies
This study looks at whether the IBAIP program can improve neurodevelopment (how the brain grows and works) in babies born very early. Babies are included only if they have a normal early neurological exam after being “corrected for prematurity.”
AngersAges 6 months–7 months - NCT04700826RecruitingPhase 4
Preventing stroke, death, and memory decline in atrial fibrillation
This trial looks at ways to help people with atrial fibrillation lower their risk of stroke, premature death, and worsening memory. It may help by identifying which prevention approach works best for a broader community of patients.
Birmingham, West MidlandsAges 55–73 - NCT04723654Recruiting
Wearable sensors to monitor vital signs in kids
This trial tests wearable smart sensors that continuously track vital signs in children in the hospital (especially the ICU). It may help doctors watch changes sooner and learn how well the sensors work on children during care.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 18 years - NCT04845230Recruiting
Food insecurity support trial for pregnant teens and adults
This study is for pregnant people who may be struggling to get enough food. It tests a program to help with nutrition and related support during early pregnancy.
St Louis, MissouriAges 14–55 - NCT04856501Recruiting
Parenting support for preterm toddlers’ brain and self-control
This study tests whether a responsive parenting program helps toddlers born early think, learn, and manage behavior more easily. It also checks whether families can complete toddler brain and behavior assessments (including brain scans).
Houston, TexasAges 1.3 years–2.5 years - NCT04911452Recruiting
Calmer NICU care for very preterm babies
This study tests a calmer approach in the NICU to help very preterm babies grow and develop their brains. It may be helpful if your baby needs breathing support and is in the early weeks of life.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 6 months–7 months - NCT04948658Recruiting
Freezing ovarian tissue to protect future fertility
This study looks at storing ovarian (ovary) tissue by freezing it for people at higher risk of losing fertility. It may help preserve options for having biological children later, especially for certain genetic conditions, cancer-related risks, or planned gonad removal.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–35 - NCT05017389Recruiting
Long-term health follow-up for premature newborns
This study follows babies born early (premature) over the long term to learn how they grow and develop. It mainly helps doctors understand long-term health needs after early birth.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 2 weeks–4 months - NCT05030337Recruiting
Closed-loop oxygen control for very preterm babies on ventilators
This trial tests a computer-guided (“closed-loop”) oxygen control system for very preterm babies who need breathing support. It aims to keep oxygen levels safer and more consistent than standard care.
LondonAges Any age - NCT05063149RecruitingPhase 3
Preemie immune treatment to prevent lung infections and wheezing
This study tests whether a bacterial “lysate” medicine, given to preterm babies, can reduce respiratory (lung) infections and wheezing. It may help protect babies’ airways during the vulnerable first months after birth.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 1 month–2 months - NCT05156736Recruiting
Study of early heart artery disease in South Asians
This study looks at early buildup of plaque in heart arteries in young adults from Pakistan. It may help doctors understand why this happens earlier and guide better prevention and screening.
Karachi, SindhAges 35–65 - NCT05207852Recruiting
Dexamethasone study for preterm labor lung development
This trial studies how well dexamethasone works and how it behaves in the body when given during preterm labor to help the baby’s lungs mature. You may be able to join if you’re pregnant between 24–36 weeks and are receiving the study treatment per their schedule.
BeijingAges 20–40 - NCT05223192Recruiting
Testing music to improve breathing and brain oxygen in preemies
This study looks at whether planned music sessions can help preterm babies breathe more steadily and improve oxygen reaching the brain. It may help staff learn how to use music therapy safely for newborns in the NICU.
New York, New YorkAges 6 months–9 months - NCT05236023Recruiting
Care for mothers and newborns to reduce separation in NICU
This trial tests a “family-centered” approach that aims to keep mothers closely involved with their babies in intensive newborn care, rather than separating them. It may help families by supporting safer, more continuous mother–baby bonding during treatment.
HvidovreAges Any age - NCT05298748Recruiting
Audio recordings to help breathing control mature in preterm babies
This trial studies whether listening to special “womb” sounds can help a preterm baby’s breathing control develop as they grow. It may help babies who are already breathing on their own (with low or no extra oxygen support).
Cleveland, OhioAges 1 week–1 month - NCT05319158Recruiting
Movement imitation therapy for very premature baby movement quality
This study tests whether “movement imitation therapy” can improve how a preterm baby moves. It looks at specific movement patterns in babies born very early, aiming to help motor (movement) development.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 5 months–7 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for prematurity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 265 recruiting prematurity 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 prematurity 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 prematurity 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.