New pilot study tests In-Utero treatment for rare birth defect
NCT ID NCT06281717
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study aims to learn more about a procedure called FETO for unborn babies with a severe form of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The researchers want to see if placing a balloon in the baby's windpipe before birth can help the lungs grow and improve survival. The study planned to enroll 10 pregnant women, but it was withdrawn before starting, so no results are available.
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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