Baby's own cord tissue used to patch spinal defect in promising new trial
NCT ID NCT06929572
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new surgical approach for newborns with spina bifida, where a patch made from the baby's own umbilical cord is used to cover the spinal defect shortly after birth. The goal is to see if this method reduces complications like wound breakdown and fluid leakage compared to standard care. Fifteen infants will be enrolled and followed for outcomes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
autologous umbilical cord patch
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a safer, more effective way to repair spinal defects in newborns with spina bifida, potentially reducing complications like spinal cord tethering.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early-stage trial with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to all. Risks include infection, wound breakdown, or cerebrospinal fluid leakage.
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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