Balloon in the womb may save babies with rare lung defect
Disease control
Completed
This study tested a procedure called FETO in 20 unborn babies with a severe diaphragmatic hernia, where abdominal organs move into the chest and prevent lung growth. Doctors temporarily placed a balloon in the baby's windpipe to help the lungs develop, then removed it before birt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michael A Belfort • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:03 UTC