Balloon in the womb: new hope for babies with severe birth defect?
NCT ID NCT05461222
First seen Jan 30, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tests a procedure called FETO, where a tiny balloon is placed in the windpipe of a fetus with severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The goal is to see if this helps more babies survive to leave the hospital. The study will enroll 15 pregnant people carrying a baby with severe CDH. Researchers will track survival at 28 days, 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years after birth.
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Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGStanford, California, 94305-6070, United States
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
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