Children's Hospital Of Fudan University
Clinical trials sponsored by Children's Hospital Of Fudan University, explained in plain language.
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Spine surgery study in toddlers pulled before it began
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if operating on a congenital spine deformity (hemivertebra) in children aged 3-5 is better than waiting until after age 5. Children would have been randomly assigned to early surgery or bracing followed by later surgery. However, the study was withdrawn be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a cancer drug ease diabetes in kids with rare fat disease?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether cyclophosphamide, a drug that calms the immune system, can reduce insulin needs in people with a rare condition that causes fat loss (lipodystrophy) and type 1 diabetes. Ten participants will receive the treatment, and researchers will measure how much in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New oxygen strategy could save young hearts after surgery
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new way to manage blood flow and oxygen in children right after heart surgery. The goal is to help their bodies use oxygen better during the critical first 8 hours, which may prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure or heart function. About 300 children weighi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Special milk powder aimed to help sick infants – but study never started
Disease control TerminatedThis study planned to test whether a milk powder rich in medium-chain fatty acids could improve nutrition and health in infants with cholestatic liver disease. Researchers aimed to compare the special formula to regular milk powder in 64 infants under 6 months old. However, the s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:00 UTC
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Glasses that fight nearsightedness: a new hope for kids?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether special 'peripheral focus-out' glasses can prevent nearsightedness (myopia) in Chinese children aged 6 to 8. Over two years, 160 children will wear the glasses at least 8 hours a day. Researchers will measure changes in their vision to see if the glasses …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New study aims to improve IV access for kids
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study watches 428 children aged 1 day to 18 years who get a mini-midline catheter, a type of IV. Researchers track how often it works on the first try, how long it stays in, and any problems like infection or clotting. The goal is to learn which kids benefit most and how to …
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Prenatal pollution linked to baby eczema?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 456 mothers and their children for 5 years to see if certain chemicals in the mother's blood during pregnancy are linked to the child developing eczema. Researchers will check children's skin regularly and track any eczema diagnosis. The goal is to understand p…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can a simple decision tree make hospital stays less scary for kids?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a decision tree can help Child Life Specialists do their jobs better. Specialists in the intervention group use the decision tree to guide their care, while others rely on their own experience. The goal is to see if the tool improves specialists' knowl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New study seeks to predict muscle weakness in ICU kids before it strikes
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find early biological markers that can predict muscle weakness in children who need a breathing machine in the intensive care unit. About 500 children will be observed to see who develops this condition. The goal is to create a warning system so doctors can int…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New study aims to predict muscle weakness in kids on ventilators before it strikes
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is developing an early warning model to predict ICU-acquired weakness in children who need mechanical ventilation. Researchers will track 1,500 children in the PICU, looking for biomarkers and other signs that could forecast muscle weakness. The goal is to move from di…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC