Pioneering fetal surgery aims to save babies born with a hole in their diaphragm
NCT ID NCT07577414
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a procedure called FETO, done during pregnancy, for babies with a severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The goal is to see if FETO helps more babies survive after birth and have fewer long-term health issues compared to standard care. The study will enroll 40 pregnant women carrying a baby with severe CDH.
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University of Michigan
RECRUITINGAnn Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
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