Balloon in the womb: new hope for babies with severe birth defect
NCT ID NCT05421676
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study tests a procedure called FETO for babies with a severe diaphragmatic hernia, where organs move into the chest and crowd the lungs. A tiny balloon is placed in the baby's windpipe while still in the womb to help the lungs grow. The study involves 10 pregnant women and focuses on whether the balloon can be safely placed and removed.
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UC Davis Medical Center
RECRUITINGSacramento, California, 95817, United States
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