Could melatonin help babies grow in the womb?
NCT ID NCT07549295
First seen Apr 29, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tests if melatonin, a natural sleep hormone, can improve outcomes for babies diagnosed with severe fetal growth restriction (FGR) due to placental problems. Researchers will give 240 pregnant women either melatonin or a placebo nightly to see if it reduces serious complications or death in newborns. The goal is to find a safe, simple way to help these babies grow better before birth.
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Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200092, China
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