Clinical trials
Preterm clinical trials
Below are recruiting preterm clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 285 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07610486RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Better ampicillin dosing for preterm infants
This study gives preterm babies the standard antibiotic ampicillin and checks the amount in their blood to find the best dose. It may help make sure the medicine works well and is safe for babies born early.
Durham, North CarolinaAges birth–1 week - NCT07598097Recruiting
AI prediction of early birth using cervical ultrasound images
This study uses artificial intelligence to analyze cervical ultrasound images taken during pregnancy to predict whether a baby might be born early. The goal is to help doctors identify pregnancies at higher risk so they can plan better care.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06726226Recruiting
Extremely preterm infant lung health study
This study follows the breathing and lung health of very early preterm babies (born before 29 weeks) for two years. It helps doctors understand and improve long-term respiratory care for these tiny infants.
SeoulAges Up to 1 week - NCT05170633Recruiting
Warming treatment for very preterm babies after blood transfusion
This study looks at whether a specific “blood warming” approach can help very preterm babies keep their body temperature from getting too low (hypothermia). It’s intended to reduce temperature drops around the time they receive red blood cell transfusions.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 6 months–7 months - NCT07570121RecruitingPhase 1
How Caffeine Moves Through Pregnancy and to the Baby
This study looks at how caffeine is absorbed and transferred to a baby during pregnancy in women at risk of early delivery. Researchers hope to understand safe caffeine use in this situation and potentially help prevent complications.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07552025Recruiting
Sound monitoring to detect breathing problems in very premature babies
This study uses special microphones to listen to and record breathing sounds in extremely premature infants (born before 29 weeks). The goal is to develop a simple, non-invasive way to detect breathing problems early so babies can get help faster.
Montreal, QuebecAges Up to 7 months - NCT07538999Recruiting
Early Feeding Strategies for Premature Babies
This study tests optimized early feeding and nutrition plans for babies born very early (before 32 weeks of pregnancy or weighing less than 1500 grams). The goal is to help these fragile infants grow better and stay healthier during their first weeks of life.
ShanghaiAges Up to 1 day - NCT07522892Recruiting
Safe bathing methods for moderately premature babies
This study tests a gentle swaddled bathing technique for babies born at 32–37 weeks of pregnancy. Researchers will measure whether this method keeps babies physically stable and comfortable during their first bath.
HsinchuAges 1 day–1 week - NCT06760832Recruiting
Optimizing milk feeding for preterm infants
This trial tests different ways to give milk feeds to preterm babies who are already eating fully by mouth. The goal is to find the best feeding schedule to help them grow and thrive.
Bologna, BolgonaAges Any age - NCT06787963Recruiting
Breast milk proteins study for healthy moms
This study looks at the small proteins and peptides in breast milk and how they change over time. It aims to understand the health benefits of these components for breastfed babies, particularly when moms exclusively breastfeed for 4 months.
Córdoba, CórdobaAges birth–4 months - NCT06794307Recruiting
Blood sugar in pregnant women receiving betamethasone for preterm birth
This study looks at how betamethasone, a steroid given to help babies' lungs mature, affects blood sugar levels in pregnant women without diabetes. It may help ensure safer treatment for women at risk of early labor.
Aarhus, Central Region DenmarkAges 18 years+ - NCT07424846RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Xylitol gum to prevent gum disease and early birth
This trial tests if chewing xylitol gum during pregnancy can reduce gum disease and preterm birth. You would chew gum after meals and attend dental visits and follow-ups.
LilongweAges Any age - NCT07402083Recruiting
Testing a treatment from donor breast milk for early preterm babies
This trial studies a treatment made from special particles in donor breast milk, given to very early-born babies who are at risk of a serious gut infection called NEC. It aims to see if these particles can help protect their intestines.
Valencia, ValenciaAges birth–2 weeks - NCT07402668Recruiting
AI to help doctors predict preterm birth
This trial tests whether artificial intelligence (AI) helps doctors feel more confident when predicting preterm birth. You would use ultrasound images and get AI feedback to compare with standard care.
AabenraaAges Any age - NCT07364500Recruiting
Nutrition plan for very early preterm infants
This study tests a special nutrition plan for babies born before 32 weeks of pregnancy. The goal is to find the best way to feed these tiny newborns to help them grow and develop.
Brno, Czech RepublicAges 5 months–7 months - NCT07364903Recruiting
Family care for preterm babies in the hospital
This trial tests whether a program that brings parents into the daily care of their preterm or low-birth-weight baby can help the baby recover faster and go home sooner. If you can spend up to 8 hours a day at the hospital, this study may be a good fit.
Mek'ele, TigrayAges Any age - NCT05784857Recruiting
Testing touch methods to reduce pain during suction in preterm babies
This study tests whether different types of gentle touch can lessen pain and stress signals when preterm babies need suction through a breathing tube. If it helps, it could offer a comforting, non-medicine way to improve comfort during this procedure.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 6 months–9 months - NCT07338370Recruiting
PGE2 levels and heart duct closure in preterm babies
This trial measures a substance called prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) in preterm babies to see if it can predict whether a heart blood vessel (ductus arteriosus) will close on its own or need treatment. This could help doctors decide when to use medication to close the vessel.
Cairo, AbbasiaAges 1 day–1 week - NCT04818762Recruiting
Measuring oxygen use in newborns with breathing trouble
This study looks at how well oxygen is being used by the body in newborns who are having breathing problems, from birth through the first hours of life. It also studies whether infection plays a role, which may help doctors better understand and treat newborn breathing trouble.
Graz, StyriaAges Up to 6 hours - NCT07305519Recruiting
Can supplements prevent early birth for short cervix?
This study tests if taking a combination of magnesium, a natural supplement (palmitoylethanolamide), hyaluronic acid, and vitamins B6 and D can help prevent preterm birth in women with a shorter-than-ideal cervix.
Rome, RMAges 18 years+ - NCT07273266Recruiting
Pacifier use and feeding in preterm babies
This trial looks at how using a pacifier helps premature babies learn to feed better. If your baby is stable, starting feedings for the first time, and can use a pacifier safely, they may be eligible.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges birth–4 weeks - NCT07275021Recruiting
Brain Injury & Vision Screening in Newborns
This study looks for early signs of vision problems in babies who had brain injuries around the time of birth. It aims to help doctors better identify and predict these issues.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7 months–10 months - NCT07265583Recruiting
Predicting lung injury in premature babies
This study looks at premature babies to see if we can predict lung injury early. It may help doctors provide better care for babies born early or with low birth weight.
PaviaAges 6 months–7 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for preterm?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 285 recruiting preterm 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 preterm 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 preterm 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.