Hypertension, pregnancy-induced

This study tests whether a blood test measuring the sFlt-1/PlGF ratio can help doctors decide the best time to deliver babies in women with severe early-onset preeclampsia. The trial will include 386 pregnant women between 30 and 34 weeks of gestation. Half will have delivery tim…

This trial investigates whether a diet rich in polyphenols—including daily cocoa and extra fruits and vegetables—can reduce oxidative stress and improve blood vessel function in pregnant women. Researchers will randomly assign 60 pregnant women to receive dietary counseling and c…

This study tests whether a mobile health program—combining home blood pressure monitoring with virtual coaching—can help midlife women control high blood pressure after having had a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy (like preeclampsia). About 50 women who had such a pregnancy 10…

This study tests whether a mobile app (MOM-HD) can help pregnant women with high blood pressure or diabetes monitor their blood pressure and blood sugar at home. About 864 women in Nepal will either use the app plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if home…

This 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…

This small pilot study will test a program where nurses and general practitioners help breast cancer survivors who also have heart disease make healthy lifestyle changes. The program includes exercise, diet changes, quitting smoking, and stress-reducing activities like yoga. The …

This study tests whether the drug vericiguat can prevent serious heart and organ problems in people undergoing heart surgery. About 600 high-risk patients will receive either vericiguat plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if vericiguat reduces early comp…

The ROOT study is testing a personalized nutrition program for pregnant women. Participants receive standard prenatal care plus customized diet and lifestyle plans based on their genes and nutrient levels. The goal is to see if this approach can lower the chances of preterm birth…

This study tests a new method for closing the breastbone after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery using special knotless barbed sutures and a skin adhesive. Researchers will compare 401 adults who receive this new closure to past patients who had standard closure. The go…

This study tests a program for new mothers who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. Participants wear a FitBit and receive weekly messages with personalized activity goals. The goal is to see if this approach increases daily steps and improves blood pressure, and whether mom…

This study in Nepal tests whether a blood test before delivery can predict which women will develop dangerous high blood pressure after giving birth. Women at high risk will receive a care bundle including remote blood pressure monitoring, education, and medication to manage thei…

This study tests whether a special clinic where heart, kidney, diabetes, and liver doctors work together can help people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease get better control of their blood pressure and cholesterol. About 150 adults will be randomly assigned to either usual c…

This study tests a community-based exercise program for people aged 50 and older who have at least two chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, or obesity. The program is designed to improve muscle strength, heart and lung fitness, and overall well-being. R…

This study tests whether a quick bedside ultrasound can help doctors decide if new mothers with preeclampsia need a diuretic (water pill) to lower their blood pressure. About 96 postpartum patients will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this approach speeds up blood pressure rec…

This study tests whether taking vitamin B supplements before and after heart surgery can lower the chance of serious problems like heart attack, stroke, or irregular heartbeat. About 1,000 adults having heart surgery will take either vitamin B or a placebo daily for 6 months afte…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called EG-101 in 24 healthy women to make sure it is safe before trying it in pregnant women with severe pre-eclampsia, a dangerous condition that causes high blood pressure and organ damage. The study will measure how the drug moves throug…

This study looks at whether a medical-grade smartwatch (CardioWatch 287-2) can improve a 13-week virtual cardiac rehab program for people with heart disease. About 216 participants will either use the watch or not, and researchers will compare their progress in areas like exercis…

This study tests two progestin-only birth control pills—drospirenone and norethindrone—to see which one helps control high blood pressure after a pregnancy complicated by preeclampsia. Fifty women will take one of the pills daily for six weeks after leaving the hospital. The goal…

This study looks at whether giving enalapril, a standard blood pressure medicine, to women who had preeclampsia during pregnancy can help control their blood pressure after childbirth. Researchers will enroll 60 postpartum women and randomly assign them to enalapril or usual care…

This pilot study will test whether having pregnant women with chronic hypertension measure their blood pressure at home and adjust medications remotely can lead to better outcomes than standard in-office checks. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to remote monitoring or…

This study looks at whether showing women detailed pictures of their own blood vessels can motivate them to make healthier choices after having pregnancy complications like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes. About 318 women will be split into two groups: one gets the visual fe…

This study tests Mobili®, a portable digital dispenser that automatically gives the right pills at the right time. Researchers will enroll 96 adults with diabetes or heart disease who take at least two daily medications. Participants use the device for a period, and the study mea…

This study tests whether breathing in a sedative called dexmedetomidine before anesthesia can prevent sudden blood pressure rises during emergency C-sections in women with severe preeclampsia. One hundred participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a plac…

This study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FAPI-74 that may help detect scar tissue (fibrosis) in the heart and lungs earlier than current methods. Researchers will compare this new PET/CT scan to standard imaging in 210 adults with conditions like lung disease or heart…

This study looks at whether a noninvasive finger monitor can predict how pregnant women, including those with severe preeclampsia, respond to fluids. Researchers will compare the finger device to standard heart ultrasound in 88 women. The goal is to find a simpler way to guide fl…

This study looks at whether a substance in the blood called sCD163 can help doctors find HELLP syndrome early in pregnant women. HELLP is a rare but serious condition that can harm the liver and blood. Researchers will compare sCD163 levels in 70 pregnant women—some with HELLP an…

This study tests a personalized support program called PTBCARE+ for pregnant individuals at high risk of delivering early. The program includes a stress reduction toolkit, a website/app, care coordination, and optional massage. Researchers will compare stress levels and birth out…

This study looks at whether pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia can safely stop taking daily aspirin at 24-28 weeks instead of continuing until 36 weeks. Over 15,000 women across Europe and Africa will be randomly assigned to stop or continue aspirin. The goal is to see …

This study tests whether notifying obstetric clinicians when a pregnant patient is at high risk for preeclampsia increases the use of low-dose aspirin, which can help prevent the condition. Researchers will compare clinics that receive these alerts to those that continue usual ca…

This study tests whether taking progesterone early in pregnancy can prevent preeclampsia, a condition that causes high blood pressure and organ damage. Over 600 low-risk pregnant women will either receive nightly vaginal progesterone or standard care. Researchers will track who d…

This 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…

This study tests an injection called topefilgrastim in 100 pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia, a serious condition that can harm both mother and baby. Participants are split into two dose groups or a control group to see if the drug can lower the chance of developing pr…

This study tests whether a higher dose of aspirin (150mg) is better than the usual dose (75mg) at preventing preeclampsia, a serious condition involving high blood pressure during pregnancy. The trial will include 86 pregnant women in Kathmandu who are at high risk based on a sco…

This study tests whether using a low-sodium salt substitute instead of regular salt can lower blood pressure and prevent pregnancy-related high blood pressure disorders in women at high risk. About 3,200 pregnant women in China will be randomly assigned to use either the salt sub…

This 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 …

This study will test if mindfulness training, with or without a wearable biosensor watch, can help prevent preeclampsia in pregnant women at moderate to high risk. 90 women will be split into three groups: mindfulness plus the watch, mindfulness alone, or standard prenatal care. …

This study will test whether 150 mg of aspirin works better than 75 mg to prevent preeclampsia in pregnant women at high risk. About 340 women aged 18-30 with a single pregnancy will take aspirin nightly from early pregnancy. The main goal is to see which dose reduces the chance …

This pilot study explores whether non-drug strategies like virtual reality or relaxing soundscapes can reduce anxiety and pain in adults undergoing scheduled coronary angiography or angioplasty. Participants will be assigned to listen to calming sounds, experience a virtual reali…

This study tests whether a common water pill (furosemide) can help women with severe preeclampsia recover faster after childbirth and leave the hospital sooner. About 186 women will receive either furosemide or a placebo starting 12 hours after delivery. The goal is to see if the…

This study tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) applied to a nerve cluster in the neck can improve sleep quality and heart rate control in people recovering from heart surgery. 200 participants will receive either real or sham ultrasound daily for 3-7 days after …

This study looks at whether beetroot juice can quickly lower blood pressure in pregnant women with pre-eclampsia, a serious condition causing high blood pressure. Researchers will give beetroot juice or a placebo to 60 pregnant women and measure changes in blood pressure, blood m…

This study looks at whether a supplement called Neurofast® can help people who have both anxiety and heart problems. 80 adults aged 18-70 will take the supplement or no extra treatment for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety, heart rate, and blood pressure.

This study tests whether adding a short, guided mindfulness meditation session to standard cardiac rehabilitation can help heart patients feel better and control their blood pressure. Eighty adults with heart disease will be split into two groups: one gets standard rehab plus med…

This study will compare cannabis, opioids, and two non-drug therapies (MIRE and TENS) in 1,000 people with chronic pain or circulatory disorders. The goal is to find safer, less addictive pain relief options. Researchers will measure changes in pain and nerve function using objec…

This study looks at whether stretching or aerobic exercises can help women with mild preeclampsia. Sixty first-time pregnant women, ages 20-30, will do one type of exercise for six weeks. Researchers will measure blood pressure and urine protein levels to see which exercise works…

This study looks at whether pregnant women at high risk of preterm birth can safely express breastmilk from week 28 to 34 of pregnancy. Researchers will check if it affects how soon the baby is born, how much milk is available at birth, and whether it helps with breastfeeding. Th…

This study uses advanced 4D MRI scans to measure blood flow and heart function in adults with heart disease or cancer. Researchers aim to see if these detailed images can help predict how these diseases will progress. The study involves 1,000 participants who are already schedule…

This study will follow 5,500 first-time pregnant women to see if blood tests and eye scans can predict complications like preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and gestational diabetes. Researchers will collect samples and images at different points during pregnancy and compare…

This study will interview 15 people from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK who have heart disease. The goal is to understand their views on the diet and lifestyle advice they get from doctors, and whether it fits their cultural and religious customs. Researchers hope to learn…

This study tests whether it is possible to run a larger trial comparing two ways of using a breathing machine (ventilator) in critically ill heart patients who need help breathing. The two modes are volume-controlled (delivers a set amount of air each breath) and pressure-control…

This observational study at a French hospital will ask 20 heart rehab patients and their care teams about what stops them from getting or offering psychological and social support. The goal is to understand these barriers so that hospitals can better help patients return to work …

This study aims to see if a quicker MRI scan can produce images of blood vessel walls that are just as good as the standard, longer scan. Researchers will enroll 15 adults who already need a vessel wall MRI as part of their care. The faster scan will be compared to the regular on…

This study looks at whether allied-health professionals (like pharmacists or nurses) can help recruit and follow women who had preeclampsia during pregnancy. Participants will check their blood pressure at home and work with a research pharmacist for 12 months. The goal is to see…

This study looks at how blood test results change after delivery in people with severe preeclampsia. Participants are randomly assigned to receive magnesium for either 12 or 24 hours after birth. The goal is to see if a shorter treatment is safe and effective, and to understand h…

This 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…

This pilot study will test whether a women-focused education program, called Cardiac College for Women, helps women with heart disease learn more about their condition and feel better. About 50 women in cardiac rehab across Canada will either get the program plus usual care or us…

This study will look at how consistently nearly 6,000 adults in Italy take three newer cholesterol-lowering drugs (inclisiran, evolocumab, and alirocumab) over the long term. Researchers will analyze prescription records to measure adherence and persistence in everyday medical pr…

This study from the University of Oxford will follow 360 pregnant women to see if hormone levels and ultrasound images from the first 8 weeks can predict pre-eclampsia. Pre-eclampsia is a dangerous complication that affects many pregnancies worldwide. The goal is to find early wa…

Severe preeclampsia is a dangerous pregnancy complication that can cause high blood pressure, harming both mother and baby. This observational study will follow 350 women to identify factors that make blood pressure control with the drug labetalol fail. By understanding these fac…

This study looks at 40 mothers and their 6-month-old babies to see if mindfulness training during pregnancy helps them handle stress better together. Researchers will measure heart rate and stress responses during a short separation-and-reunion task. They will then check if these…

This study will check if an ultrasound of the internal jugular vein in the neck can predict a sudden drop in blood pressure during spinal anesthesia for C-section in women with preeclampsia. Researchers will measure the vein's collapsibility before surgery and track blood pressur…

This study will test new MRI methods to find early signs of heart disease in 1000 adults. Researchers want to see if these scans can detect tiny changes in heart muscle before standard tests do. Participants will have MRI scans and blood work, but no treatment is given. The goal …

This study will follow 1300 women with type 1 diabetes who had a pregnancy. Researchers want to see if a high risk of preeclampsia (a dangerous pregnancy complication) in the first trimester is linked to hidden heart disease years later. Participants will have an ultrasound to ch…

This study looks for proteins in the blood that might show early heart changes in women with preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy condition. Researchers will also use heart ultrasounds to see how the heart changes during pregnancy. The goal is to find ways to predict future heart pr…

This study will test if an AI chatbot can give helpful nutrition advice to pregnant women. About 100 women will either use the chatbot or get standard care. The goal is to see if the chatbot is easy to use and if it helps improve diet and knowledge about conditions like gestation…

This study follows 200 pregnant women in Ghana from their third trimester through six months after birth. It measures blood pressure and artery stiffness to see if a structured education program on heart health, nutrition, and stress management can reduce long-term cardiovascular…

This study will measure a substance called kynurenine in the blood of 204 pregnant women, some with chronic kidney disease and some without. The goal is to see if kynurenine levels are linked to preeclampsia, a serious condition that can harm both mother and baby. Researchers hop…

This 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…

This large registry study will follow over 2,700 postmenopausal women aged 45-75 who use newer forms of hormone replacement therapy (creams, gels, sprays). The goal is to see if these modern delivery methods lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular event…

This study will follow 4,000 intensive care patients aged 80 and older to see how chronic and acute heart conditions impact their survival, daily function, and quality of life. Researchers will use simple tests to measure frailty and independence. The goal is to help doctors bett…

This study will check if certain blood markers (like platelet counts and inflammation levels) can help predict serious complications in pregnant women with HELLP syndrome, a rare but dangerous condition. Researchers will follow 60 women to see how these markers relate to problems…

This study will follow 500 Beijing residents aged 60 and older to see how urinary function (like bladder and kidney health) relates to the development of multiple chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimer's. Participants will have regular health checks, bl…

This study will test whether a formula called fullPIERS can accurately predict serious complications in 50 pregnant women with preeclampsia. The formula uses information like blood pressure, kidney function, and symptoms to estimate risk. If it works well, doctors could use it to…

This study will follow 120 pregnant women with high blood pressure or preeclampsia to see if certain ultrasound scans and blood tests can predict who will develop severe disease. Researchers will measure blood flow in the mother's heart, eyes, and womb, along with lung ultrasound…

This study will ask 380 heart patients and healthcare workers at Assiut University Heart Hospital to fill out questionnaires about depression, anxiety, stress, and burnout. No treatments or changes are given—the goal is simply to find out how common these mental health problems a…

This study aims to understand what causes preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy condition. Researchers will measure a protein called sFlt1 in the blood of 500 women, including those with and without the condition. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose and treat this disease in …

This study will test whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can detect pulmonary hypertension and other heart diseases using a smart stethoscope. Researchers will collect heart sound and ECG recordings from 1,000 adults already scheduled for routine echocardiography. The …

This study looks at how sleep disorders and problems with the body's automatic functions (like heart rate control) are linked in elderly people with heart disease. Researchers will study 210 patients aged 65 and older to find out how common sleep issues are and how they affect he…

This study looks at how certain gene combinations (HLA-C and KIR) might affect the risk of preeclampsia in pregnancies from egg donation. Researchers will collect cheek swabs from mothers, children, and egg donors to analyze DNA. By comparing gene patterns between those who devel…