Children's Hospital Of Eastern Ontario
Clinical trials sponsored by Children's Hospital Of Eastern Ontario, explained in plain language.
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Could a potato starch tame IBD? new trial tests personalized diet fix
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a plant-based resistant starch, tailored to each child, can help restore a healthier gut microbiome in 100 kids with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Participants must have mild disease or be in remission. The goal is to boost butyrate production an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:16 UTC
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Gut bacteria diet may extend Crohn's remission in children
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a personalized diet supplement (a type of starch) can increase helpful gut bacteria in children with Crohn's disease. The goal is to see if this approach can help maintain remission and reduce the need for stronger medication. The study involves 45 childr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:15 UTC
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Could a special starch help kids with Crohn's or colitis?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a plant-based starch, tailored to each child's needs, can improve gut health in 80 children with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. The goal is to boost production of a helpful substance called butyrate and restore a healthier balance of gut bacteria.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC
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Parents' phone videos could detect sleep apnea in kids with down syndrome
Diagnosis OngoingThis study explores whether short video clips recorded by parents on their smartphones can help identify children with Down syndrome who are at high risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). About 141 children will participate. Parents will record their child sleeping and then gues…
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC