Pilot study on fetal balloon treatment for rare birth defect withdrawn

NCT ID NCT06281717

First seen Apr 30, 2026 ยท Last updated Apr 30, 2026

Summary

This pilot study was designed to learn about the safety and feasibility of a procedure called fetal endotracheal occlusion (FETO) for unborn babies with a severe diaphragmatic hernia. The plan was to place a small balloon in the baby's windpipe to help their lungs grow before birth, then remove it later. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available.

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Locations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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