Could a melatonin-EPO cocktail spare preemies from lifelong brain surgery?

NCT ID NCT05617833

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-stage trial tests whether giving two medicines—erythropoietin and melatonin—together is safe for very premature babies who have bleeding in the brain. About 60 infants will receive either the drug combo or a placebo, plus standard care. The goal is to see if this treatment can prevent the need for surgery later in life.

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  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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