Eclampsia
MONDO:0001754A potentially life-threatening pregnancy-related disorder characterized by tonic-clonic seizures in association with hypertension after the twentieth week of gestation and up to six weeks postpartum and in the absence of other potential causes of seizures.
Also known as: eclampsia, postpartum
35 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could cutting salt after childbirth tame dangerous blood pressure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a low-sodium diet can improve blood pressure control in people who had a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy. Participants receive either a provided diet with less than 2000 mg of sodium per day or a standard diet with no salt restrictions for the first we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A personal guide to better heart health after pregnancy complications
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a patient navigator — a trained staff member who helps connect people with health services — can improve long-term heart health for those who had high blood pressure disorders during pregnancy. About 60 participants will be randomly assigned to receive ei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can remote monitoring and community support tame postpartum high blood pressure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining a Bluetooth blood pressure monitor with regular support from a community health worker can help Black women control high blood pressure after pregnancy. About 404 women will be randomly assigned to either this extra support or standard care. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Vitamin d trial aims to protect pregnant women from Life-Threatening conditions
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily during pregnancy can prevent preeclampsia, eclampsia, and HELLP syndrome in about 2,000 pregnant women in Uganda. Half the women will receive vitamin D and half a placebo, and researchers will track outcomes up to six we…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: St Mary's Hospital, Lacor • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could a safer drug replace magnesium for seizure prevention in pregnancy?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether levetiracetam, a seizure medication, works as well as magnesium sulfate to prevent seizures in pregnant people with severe preeclampsia. About 1,240 participants at 32 weeks or more will be randomly assigned to one of the two drugs. The goal is to see if …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Nebraska Methodist Health System • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can a digital game teach midwives to save lives better than simulation?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares three ways of teaching midwifery students about preeclampsia and eclampsia: a digital game, a simulation, and traditional lectures. The goal is to see which method boosts knowledge, motivation, and attitude the most. 120 fourth-year midwifery students will tak…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medipol University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Morning workouts may tame blood pressure in glaucoma patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether different types of exercise (like walking or strength moves) and timing (morning vs. evening) can safely lower blood pressure in people with glaucoma and high blood pressure. About 60 adults will try four exercise sessions, and their blood pressure and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC