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
- NCT06968364Recruiting
Testing a device to predict preterm birth risk
This trial tests a new medical device to see if it can help predict preterm birth in pregnant women who are having early contractions. It may help doctors decide which patients need treatment to prevent early delivery.
A CoruñaAges 18 years+ - NCT07098910Recruiting
Surfactant therapy for premature babies with breathing problems
This trial tests whether giving surfactant (a substance that helps lungs stay open) to premature babies with Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) through a mask on the throat (supraglottic airway) is safe and effective. It may be an option for babies who need extra oxygen but are not on a breathing tube.
HanoiAges Up to 2 days - NCT07088302Recruiting
Lactase enzyme for feeding intolerance in preterm babies
This trial tests if giving lactase enzyme supplements helps preterm babies (born at or before 32 weeks) tolerate their feedings better. If your baby was born early and started feeding within the first few days of life, this study may be a good fit.
AlexandriaAges 3 days–1 month - NCT06092463Recruiting
Immune system study in newborn intestines
This study looks at how the immune system develops in the intestines of newborns, including those born early or with a blocked intestine (atresia). It may help doctors understand inflammation and improve care for sick babies.
CopenhagenAges Up to 1 year - NCT07072104Enrolling by invitation
Using MRI to Find Early Signs of Dyslexia in Children
This study uses MRI scans to find early signs of reading difficulties (dyslexia) in children ages 6 to 9, without needing them to read during the test. It aims to help identify children at risk before reading problems become obvious.
Milan, MIAges 6–9 - NCT07060833Recruiting
Sound to check breathing pressure in premature babies on bubble CPAP
This study is testing whether the sound of the bubbles in a CPAP machine can tell doctors how much pressure is being delivered to a premature baby's lungs. If it works, this could help doctors make sure babies are getting the right amount of breathing support without extra procedures.
Montreal, QuebecAges 6 months–7 months - NCT07045402Recruiting
Developmental care for preterm infants: comfort, growth, and feeding
This study tests whether a special care program including skin-to-skin contact and storytelling helps preterm babies feel more comfortable, grow better, and learn to feed by mouth sooner. It compares this extra care to the usual hospital care.
IstanbulAges 7 months–8 months - NCT05726578Recruiting
Ultrasound checks of lung recruitment in preterm, ventilated babies
This trial studies how ultrasound of the heart and lungs can show which airspaces in the lungs are opening up (“lung recruitment”) in preterm babies who are having breathing trouble and need an advanced breathing machine. It may help clinicians better monitor lung recovery and adjust care.
AlexandriaAges 1 hour–3 days - NCT06563726Recruiting
Sodium awareness study for breastfeeding moms of preemies
This study looks at whether tracking sodium levels in breast milk can help mothers of preterm babies improve their milk supply. If you are a new mom who gave birth before 35 weeks and plan to pump for at least two weeks, this trial may help you learn more about your milk.
Seattle, WashingtonAges Any age - NCT07025954Recruiting
Delivery at 36 vs. 37 weeks for placenta previa with accreta
This trial compares delivering at 36 weeks versus 37 weeks for pregnant women with a condition called placenta previa with accreta, where the placenta covers the cervix and grows too deeply into the womb. The goal is to find the best time for delivery to improve safety for both mother and baby.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–45 - NCT07030270Recruiting
Giving surfactant to preterm babies through a mask or thin tube
This trial compares two ways of giving surfactant (a liquid that helps babies' lungs open) to premature babies who need extra oxygen. One way uses a laryngeal mask airway and the other uses a thin catheter. Both are less invasive than a breathing tube, which may help babies recover faster.
Dallas, TexasAges birth–3 days - NCT06500910Recruiting
Exercise for heart and brain health in premature children
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can help children born prematurely (before 32 weeks) improve their heart health and thinking skills. It's designed for children ages 6 to 12 who are otherwise healthy and not receiving special education for attention problems.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 6–12 - NCT07015203Recruiting
First trimester combined screening study
This study offers a combined screening test for pregnant women in their first trimester. It helps check for potential health issues early in pregnancy.
Most, CzechiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05651347RecruitingPhase 3
Melatonin in pregnancy to protect babies with slow growth
This trial studies whether taking melatonin during pregnancy can help protect the baby’s brain and organs in cases of poor fetal growth. It focuses on pregnancies at a specific gestational age with signs that the placenta may not be working well.
Camperdown, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06973174Recruiting
B. cereus infections in premature newborns
This study looks at a type of bacterial infection (Bacillus cereus) that can affect the blood or brain lining in premature babies. It helps doctors learn more about these infections so they can improve care.
Nice, Alpes MaritimesAges Up to 5 months - NCT06965842Enrolling by invitation
Video training guide for preterm infant development
This trial tests a video system to help guide development for preterm babies. It may help infants born very early or with very low birth weight who also have brain damage.
Seoul, Jongno-guAges Up to 1 month - NCT04270734Recruiting
Brain-wave study of hearing timing from babyhood to adulthood
This study looks at brain activity (brain waves) when babies hear sounds with timing, and how that changes with age. It may help researchers understand early brain development in hearing and processing sounds.
AmiensAges birth–1 day - NCT06957769Recruiting
How rising temperatures affect mothers and babies
This study looks at how higher temperatures during pregnancy might affect your health and your baby's health. By joining, you'll help researchers understand how climate change may impact pregnancy outcomes.
Matiari, SindhAges 18 years+ - NCT06955728RecruitingPhase 3
RSV vaccine in pregnancy to protect babies
This study tests an approved RSV vaccine given to pregnant women. The goal is to see if it safely protects their babies from severe RSV lung infections during the first months of life.
Kintampo, Bono EastAges 14–55 - NCT06940713Recruiting
Brain imaging study for newborn infants
This study uses a safe, non-invasive ultrasound technique to measure brain activity in newborn babies. It aims to understand brain development and connectivity in preterm infants, infants with birth-related oxygen deprivation, growth-restricted babies, siblings of children with autism, and healthy full-term babies.
ParisAges Up to 5 months - NCT06940856Recruiting
Chloride imbalance in preterm babies
This study looks at chloride levels in preterm babies admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) within their first day of life. It aims to understand chloride imbalance and how it might affect their health.
Istanbul, TurkeyAges 1 hour–1 month - NCT04114435Recruiting
Heart and lung testing in extremely premature babies
This study looks at how the hearts and lungs work in babies born very early (before 29 weeks). It may help researchers understand why some babies develop breathing and heart circulation problems and how to measure their recovery.
Montreal, QuebecAges 1 week–5 years - NCT04644094Recruiting
Dexamethasone for heart function after very early birth
This study looks at how giving a steroid medicine (dexamethasone) after very early birth affects the baby’s heart function. It may help doctors better understand risks and benefits for babies who need treatment for serious lung problems.
Montreal, QuebecAges 1 minute+ - NCT06919757Recruiting
Early Lung Health in Very Premature Infants
This study compares the early lung development of very premature babies who had growth problems in the womb to those who did not. The goal is to understand how growth in the womb affects lung health after birth.
RomaAges Any age
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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.