Clinical trials
Respiratory Distress Syndrome clinical trials
Below are recruiting respiratory distress syndrome clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 207 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07437391Recruiting
L-carnitine for preterm babies with breathing problems
This trial tests whether giving L-carnitine, a nutrient that helps cells make energy, to premature newborns with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) can improve their health. It may help their bodies cope better in the NICU.
Muzaffargarh, Punjab ProvinceAges 1 hour–1 day - NCT07439848RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cells for severe lung injury from sepsis
This trial tests if adding stem cells or their growth liquid to standard sepsis treatment helps adults with severe breathing problems. It may improve recovery for those whose family agrees to the study.
Jakarta Pusat, DKI JakartaAges 40 years+ - NCT07449572RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of HT31-1 for healthy volunteers
This trial tests a new drug called HT31-1 to see if it's safe in healthy people. It looks at how the drug moves in your body and if it causes side effects. This is a first step before testing it in patients with ARDS (a serious lung condition).
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT07504731Recruiting
Effect of body position and breathing support on lung function
This study tests how changing a patient's body tilt and adjusting a ventilator's settings can help open up collapsed parts of the lungs. It may help patients with severe lung failure.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07511582RecruitingPhase 2
Steroids for severe breathing problems in the ICU
This study tests whether a corticosteroid (a type of anti-inflammatory medicine) can help people with severe breathing problems or serious infections who have a specific 'hyperinflammatory' pattern. If you are in the ICU on a ventilator, this trial may be an option for you.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07514481Recruiting
Lung ultrasound comparison of two surfactant delivery methods in preterm babies
This study compares two ways of giving surfactant (a lung-coating medicine) to newborns with breathing trouble: LISA (a gentler, less invasive method) versus traditional breathing tube delivery. Researchers will use ultrasound to see how the medicine spreads in each baby's lungs to find the best approach.
DohaAges 6 months–10 months - NCT07542301Recruiting
Breathing Patterns in Premature Babies During Extubation
This study watches how premature babies breathe before and after removal of their breathing tube. By measuring breathing patterns, doctors hope to better understand when babies are ready to breathe on their own and improve outcomes.
Newark, DelawareAges birth–6 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+ - NCT07623590Recruiting
Finding the Best Lung Pressure Settings in Critically Ill Patients
This study tests two different methods to help doctors adjust breathing machine settings for patients with severe lung injury. The trial compares gentle chest/belly compressions with a special imaging technique to find the safest pressure levels.
CréteilAges 18 years+ - NCT07235345Enrolling by invitation
Lung medication with different oxygen levels for premature babies
This study tests a lung medication called pulmonary surfactant, given with different oxygen levels, to help very premature babies (born before 32 weeks) who have breathing difficulties. The goal is to see which oxygen level works best with non-invasive breathing support.
Henan, ZhengzhouAges 6 months–7 months - NCT07176117Enrolling by invitation
Surfactant via airway device for breathing trouble in newborns
This trial tests if giving surfactant (a natural substance that helps lungs stay open) through a special airway device can help late preterm and early term infants with breathing problems. The goal is to see if this approach works better than current methods without needing a breathing tube.
Chula Vista, CaliforniaAges 8 months–9 months - NCT05604430Enrolling by invitation
Study of pre-hospital breathing support with a specific ventilator
This study looks at breathing support given outside the hospital using a particular ZOLL ventilator model and software version. If you were treated with the right equipment, the team will use the ventilator’s recorded data to evaluate how ventilation was delivered.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges Any age - NCT07216053Recruiting
Lung ultrasound to predict breathing problems in late preterm babies
This study uses lung ultrasound to see if it can predict which late preterm babies (born 34–36 weeks) might have trouble breathing after birth. The goal is to find these babies early so they can get the right care sooner.
Hackensack, New JerseyAges 8 months–8 months - NCT07513051Recruiting
Breathing Support and Diaphragm Movement in Premature Newborns
This study watches how a premature baby's diaphragm (the main breathing muscle) moves when receiving CPAP breathing support. CPAP is a common gentle air pressure treatment that helps newborns breathe better. Understanding this movement may help doctors improve breathing support for very premature babies.
CréteilAges 3 days–2 months - NCT05925075Enrolling by invitation
Lung ultrasound check for breathing problems in very premature babies
This trial tests whether doing a bedside lung ultrasound can help doctors assess and manage breathing problems in very premature infants. It may help guide care decisions for infants who are struggling to breathe, especially those needing breathing support.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges birth+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for respiratory distress syndrome?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 207 recruiting respiratory distress syndrome 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 respiratory distress syndrome 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 respiratory distress syndrome 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
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Premature Infant
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome (Neonatal)
- Respiratory Distress
- Respiratory Distress Neonatal
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Adult
- Acute Lung Injury/Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
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.