Teens' sports struggles after rare birth defect surgery: study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT05666986

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at why teenagers who had surgery for a diaphragmatic hernia right after birth may find it hard to take part in sports and physical activities. Researchers will interview 20 teens and their parents, and use questionnaires to identify what helps or hinders their participation. The goal is to understand their experiences and link them to their actual physical abilities, without testing any new treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could reveal ways to better support teens with a history of diaphragmatic hernia in staying active and healthy.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage qualitative study with only 20 participants, so findings may not apply to everyone. It does not test any treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital diaphragmatic hernia Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA

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Locations

chu de Lille
RECRUITING

Lille, France

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