FETO balloon removal during pregnancy for diaphragm hernia
Part of Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This trial studies “smart removal” of a balloon placed in the womb to treat a baby’s congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). It aims to see if removing the balloon in a planned, safer way can improve outcomes for the baby and keep mothers safe.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with a single baby diagnosed with an isolated congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)
- Your baby’s lung size on ultrasound must fit the trial’s severity ranges for left or right CDH
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You (or your legal representative) must sign consent before any screening and agree to post-birth ultrasound if needed
- You must be able to stay close to UZ Leuven until the balloon is removed
- You cannot have a latex allergy, leaking membranes (PROM), or any condition that makes the procedure unsafe
- You cannot be enrolled in another interventional trial with an investigational drug or device
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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