Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional

Physiological umbilical cord clamping for newborns with congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Official title: Physiological Umbilical Cord Clamping in Patients With Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. Clinical Trial

Run by Hospital JP Garrahan · NCT06408376 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if a special way of clamping the umbilical cord can help newborns with congenital diaphragmatic hernia breathe better and have healthier hearts compared to the usual method.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
SexAll
Enrollment80 (estimated)
SponsorHospital JP Garrahan
Government
Locations1 site (Buenos Aires)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 14, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 10, 2024
Trial IDNCT06408376 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are newborns with a prenatal diagnosis of congenital diaphragmatic hernia and a gestational age greater than 34 weeks.

Probably not a fit

Patients with multiple gestations, major malformations, or those requiring emergency cesarean sections may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of physiological umbilical cord clamping in newborns diagnosed with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The study aims to compare this method to immediate post-intubation clamping to assess its impact on reducing hypoxia and improving cardiac output. Conducted at Garrahan Children's Hospital, the trial will involve randomized participants who meet specific inclusion criteria, including a prenatal diagnosis of CDH and a gestational age of over 34 weeks. The study will also evaluate patient evolution and maternal outcomes within 24 hours post-birth.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve respiratory outcomes and cardiac function in newborns with congenital diaphragmatic hernia.

How similar studies have gone: While the approach of physiological umbilical cord clamping is gaining attention, its specific application in congenital diaphragmatic hernia is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Prenatal diagnosis of congenital diaphragmatic hernia
* gestational age \>34 weeks
* Informed consent signed by the patient's parents

Exclusion Criteria:

* Multiple gestation
* Major malformation or fetal genetic anomaly diagnosed in the prenatal stage
* Emergency cesarean section or maternal condition that prevents the approach
* Lack of informed consent

Where it's running

  • Hospital de Pediatría S.A.M.I.C. "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan"
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.