Nemours Children's Clinic

This study tests whether ultrasound can accurately measure the length of internal magnetic rods used to lengthen leg bones in children and young adults. Ten participants will get both weekly X-rays and ultrasound measurements to compare. If ultrasound works just as well, it could…

This study looks at whether feeding preterm babies (weighing less than 3.3 pounds) through a tube placed past the stomach can prevent small amounts of stomach fluid from getting into their lungs. The goal is to reduce lung inflammation. About 46 babies on breathing machines will …

This study tests a mobile health program called R2D2 designed to reduce diabetes distress in children aged 8-12 with type 1 diabetes and their parents. The program uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and behavioral strategies to help families cope. Researchers will me…

This trial tests a 6-month peer mentorship program for adolescents with type 1 diabetes who struggle to use continuous glucose monitors (CGM). Participants are randomly assigned to standard care or the Type 1 Together program, which pairs them with mentor families and provides ed…

This study aimed to test a support toolkit for families of children with congenital heart disease. The toolkit included an iPad with a hospital app, educational materials, and help with transportation and childcare. Only 5 families were planned to participate, but the study was w…

This study looks at over 3,400 newborns who are not vigorous at birth (between 35 and 42 weeks). Doctors want to see if milking the umbilical cord (pushing blood into the baby) before clamping it leads to fewer cases of brain injury or death compared to clamping the cord right aw…

This study compares two strategies for helping pediatric cancer centers use the Psychosocial Assessment Tool (PAT), a questionnaire that identifies family emotional, social, and practical needs after a child's cancer diagnosis. Eighteen cancer programs across the U.S. are randoml…