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NEC clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 4 NEC clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 4 countries (most in Canada (1), United States (1), United Kingdom (1)). By phase: Phase 1 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 4Countries
Newest NEC clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| HLX3901 for advanced small cell lung cancer or neuroendocrine carcinoma | Phase 1 | Beijing and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Feb 18, 2026 |
| How blood transfusions and feeding affect the gut of very preterm babies | — | London | Recruiting | Sep 25, 2025 |
| Normal intestinal development and disease in premature and full-term newborns | — | Boston, Massachusetts | Recruiting | Nov 8, 2024 |
| Evaluating L-Citrulline for Preterm Infants with Lung and Gut Issues | — | Toronto, Ontario | Recruiting | Dec 5, 2022 |
All recruiting trials (4)
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HLX3901 for advanced small cell lung cancer or neuroendocrine carcinoma
This study will test whether IV HLX3901 is safe and how the body processes it in adults with advanced small cell lung cancer or neuroendocrine carcinoma who have progressed after platinum-based therapy.
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How blood transfusions and feeding affect the gut of very preterm babies
We will test if continuing versus stopping milk feeds during blood transfusions changes gut and brain oxygen levels in very preterm babies.
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Normal intestinal development and disease in premature and full-term newborns
This project will collect intestinal tissue from newborns and infants up to age 2 who have GI surgery or biopsies to see how the human intestine develops and how conditions like NEC affect it.
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Evaluating L-Citrulline for Preterm Infants with Lung and Gut Issues
This study is testing if giving L-Citrulline to preterm infants with lung and gut problems can help reduce inflammation and improve their health.
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Quick answers
How many NEC clinical trials are recruiting right now?
4, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 4 countries. The most sites are in Canada (1 trial), United States (1 trial), United Kingdom (1 trial), China (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 1: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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