Clinical trials
Preterm clinical trials
Below are recruiting preterm clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 286 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06550219Recruiting
Using a face mask breathing support in premature babies with breathing trouble
This study tests whether delivering breathing support through a soft face mask (nasal non-invasive ventilation) can help premature babies who are having trouble breathing. Doctors will also use ultrasound to monitor their lungs.
AlexandriaAges 1 hour–1 day - NCT06557551Recruiting
Surfactant for preterm babies born before 28 weeks
This trial tests giving surfactant through a thin tube into the windpipe right after birth for babies born before 28 weeks. It aims to help their lungs work better and reduce breathing problems.
Dublin, None SelectedAges Up to 30 minutes - 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 - NCT06589245RecruitingPhase 1
Ciclesonide study for breathing support in preterm infants
This study tests an inhaled anti-inflammatory drug called ciclesonide for premature babies who need a breathing tube. It aims to see if the drug can help their lungs heal and reduce the need for steroids.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 1 week–1 month - NCT07522346Recruiting
Ventilator Pressure Levels During Surfactant Therapy in Preterm Infants
This study tests whether different pressure levels used during a minimally invasive surfactant procedure (MIST)—a way to deliver lung-coating medicine without a breathing tube—affect how well preterm infants' lungs inflate. Researchers hope to find the best pressure settings to help babies breathe more easily.
Saint Albans, VictoriaAges 6 months–7 months - NCT06622902Recruiting
How flow changes affect CO2 in preemies on high-flow breathing support
This study watches how changing the flow of air through a breathing device (high-flow nasal cannula) affects carbon dioxide levels in preemies. It helps doctors learn the safest way to adjust breathing support for fragile infants.
HaifaAges Any age - NCT06646250Recruiting
New ultrasound for steady brain monitoring in newborns
This trial uses a new ultrasound device (NeoDoppler) to watch blood flow in a baby's brain continuously. It aims to see if this gentle, bedside tool can help doctors monitor babies—especially those born early or with certain health concerns—without moving them.
TrondheimAges birth–1 year - NCT06650189Recruiting
Music therapy for stress in premature babies
This study tests whether specially designed music can help reduce stress in premature babies. It may help your baby feel more calm and stable in the hospital.
AthensAges 6 months–9 months - NCT06688695Recruiting
Parent support for preterm infant development using e-health
This trial uses a special program to help parents of preterm babies learned responsive parenting through an e-health tool. It aims to support your baby's brain development by giving you practical tips and guidance from home.
Falun, Dalarna CountyAges birth–4 months - NCT06706115Recruiting
Testing breast milk nasal drops in preterm babies
This study tests whether putting a few drops of breast milk into a preterm baby's nose can help their brain get more oxygen. It is for babies who are not yet ready to feed all by mouth and who don't have certain health problems.
KonyaAges 6 months–9 months - NCT07656467Enrolling by invitation
Masseter muscle thickness and feeding in preterm infants
This study uses ultrasound to measure the thickness of a jaw muscle that helps with sucking, to see if it relates to how well preterm babies learn to bottle-feed.
Lodz, Łódź VoivodeshipAges 6 months–7 months - NCT06723392RecruitingPhase 3
Treating bladder bacteria in pregnancy to prevent infections
This trial tests if a common antibiotic can safely treat bacteria in the urine of pregnant women who have no symptoms, to see if it prevents later infections. It focuses on women in low- and middle-income countries.
Dhaka, BangladeshAges 18–49 - NCT06752161Recruiting
Urinary infection in pregnant women with preterm labor
This trial studies urinary tract infections in pregnant women who are experiencing preterm labor. The goal is to understand how these infections may affect early contractions and pregnancy outcomes.
AsyutAges Any age - NCT06753435Recruiting
Co-regulation and Interaction in the NICU
This study looks at how parents and their premature babies interact in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). It aims to understand co-regulation, which is how parents and babies adjust to each other's cues, and how this might support the baby's development.
LinköpingAges 2 days+ - NCT06765863Recruiting
Human milk fortification study for very low birth weight or preterm babies
This study tests whether adding extra nutrients (fortification) to human milk helps very low birth weight or preterm babies grow better in the NICU.
Ballary, KarnatakaAges Up to 2 days - NCT06803069Recruiting
Why newborns lose heat and how to prevent it
This study looks at why some babies, especially premature ones, have trouble keeping warm (hypothermia). It has two parts: one for babies in the neonatal ICU and one for infants under 2 having surgery. The goal is to find better ways to keep them safe and warm.
Pécs, BaranyaAges Up to 2 years - NCT06822647Recruiting
Study on best timing for cervical length ultrasound during pregnancy
This study looks at the best time to measure the length of the cervix during a standard anatomy ultrasound. A shorter cervix can be a sign of early labor risk, so finding out the right moment to check may help improve care.
Detroit, MichiganAges Any age - NCT06826859RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Daily aspirin vs split dosing to prevent preeclampsia
This study compares taking a daily low-dose aspirin (a single pill) versus splitting the same dose into two smaller pills many hours apart to see which way better prevents preeclampsia in pregnant people who are at higher risk.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16–55 - NCT06832553Recruiting
Safer breathing tube taping for premature babies
This study tests a different way to secure the breathing tube in preterm babies on a ventilator. It may help reduce skin problems or unplanned tube removal in the NICU.
BatmanAges 6 months–8 months - NCT06857539Recruiting
Assessing thinking and movement in high-risk infants
This study looks at how high-risk infants (especially those born early or with brain concerns) develop their thinking and movement skills over time, comparing them to healthy babies. The goal is to better understand and support their development.
CorkAges birth–4 months - NCT06870981Recruiting
Optimizing nutrition and milk in infants (Opti-NuM)
This study looks at stored information and samples from babies who were part of earlier MaxiMoM nutrition trials. It aims to learn more about how nutrition and milk feeding affect infant health.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 1 hour–3 weeks - NCT06878742RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Finding the right dose of dobutamine for very preterm infants
This study is for very premature babies (born before 33 weeks) who have low blood flow from the heart. It tests different doses of dobutamine, a medicine that helps the heart pump stronger, to find the safest and most effective dose.
MadridAges Up to 3 days - NCT06884761Recruiting
Activity and preterm birth with short cervix
This study looks at whether staying active during pregnancy can help women with a short cervix (less than 25 mm) lower the risk of delivering early. If you have a short cervix but are otherwise healthy, the study will track your daily activities to see how they relate to your delivery timing.
HolonAges Any age - NCT06897839RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing zelpultide alfa for preterm babies at risk of lung disease
This trial tests a medicine called zelpultide alfa in very premature babies who are at high risk of developing bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a chronic lung disease. The goal is to see if it can help prevent or lessen lung problems compared to standard care alone.
Buenos AiresAges birth–4 days
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for preterm?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 286 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.