Hypertension, pregnancy-induced

This study tests whether adding a specially trained doula, along with home blood pressure and weight monitoring, can improve blood pressure in women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. About 454 women will be randomly assigned to usual care or the doula program. The goa…

This Phase 3 study tests a weekly injection called retatrutide in about 1,946 people with severe obesity (BMI ≥35) and established heart disease. The goal is to see if it helps with weight loss and improves heart-related health measures over 113 weeks compared to a placebo. Parti…

This study tests whether a weekly injection of CagriSema (a combination of two drugs) can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related events in people with established cardiovascular disease. About 7,100 participants will receive either CagriSema or a place…

This phase 3 trial tests whether a monthly injection of pelacarsen can reduce major heart problems like heart attacks and strokes in people with high levels of Lp(a), a genetic risk factor. Over 8,000 participants with existing heart disease are being followed for several years. …

This study tests whether having more frequent checkups with an obstetric provider or a study nurse during the first year after childbirth can help women with high blood pressure or diabetes manage their health better. One hundred women with Medicaid insurance who had these condit…

This large study is testing whether a lower blood pressure target can reduce major heart problems like heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure in people with type 2 diabetes. About 9,500 participants with high blood pressure and high cardiovascular risk are being randomly assig…

This study tests whether a specially designed app can help women who had high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy get the recommended heart check-ups after giving birth. About 400 women from Oslo University Hospital will either use the app or receive standard care. The go…

This study tests whether giving patients capsules containing gut bacteria (called Probacine) before and after heart surgery can reduce gut injury and organ failure. Researchers will enroll 500 adults undergoing cardiovascular surgery. The goal is to see if changing the gut microb…

This study tests whether hydroxytyrosol, a natural antioxidant from olives, can improve blood vessel function in pregnant women with high blood pressure. Fifty-two women will take either the supplement or a placebo for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in blood markers an…

This study tests whether intensive blood pressure treatment after childbirth can improve women's long-term heart health. Researchers will enroll 60 women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy and give them nifedipine to keep their BP below 140/90 mmHg. The goal is to see i…

This study tests whether giving blood pressure medication to women after childbirth can prevent hospital readmissions and reduce severe high blood pressure. About 300 women with preeclampsia will either receive standard care or start blood pressure drugs like labetalol or nifedip…

This program allows individual patients with vascular disease or end-stage kidney disease on dialysis to request an experimental lab-grown blood vessel (ATEV) if they have no other treatment options and cannot join a clinical study. The vessel is designed to replace or bypass dam…

This study tests a new urine test called CercaTest™ Red to predict preeclampsia in pregnant women who show signs of the condition. Preeclampsia is a serious complication involving high blood pressure and organ damage. The test is designed to be used at the point of care, giving q…

This study explores whether a simple, non-invasive leg movement test can measure blood vessel health in older adults. Researchers will use ultrasound to track blood flow changes after a passive leg movement, comparing young healthy people and older patients undergoing heart tests…

This study will test a telehealth group prenatal care program called Centering HER in 72 low-income, predominantly Black pregnant women in Kansas who are at moderate or high risk for preeclampsia. Participants will receive routine care plus seven doula-led virtual group sessions,…

This study tests whether using a smartphone app and a home blood pressure monitor can help prevent heart disease in women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. 120 women who gave birth at Northwestern Memorial Hospital will use these digital tools for 12 months after deli…

This study tests a community-based program called Thriving Hearts across ten North Carolina counties. Pregnant individuals at risk for hypertensive disorders receive a care kit with a home blood pressure monitor and stress management tools, plus extra support from healthcare prov…

This study tests whether providing fresh meals, health coaching, and education to high-risk pregnant women can reduce the chance of developing gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, or preeclampsia. 69 women in Milwaukee are randomly assigned to either receive the program or …

This phase 4 trial tests whether taking metformin daily before 20 weeks of pregnancy can reduce the risk of high blood pressure disorders, like preeclampsia, in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes. About 60 women will receive either metformin plus standard care or standard care a…

This study investigates how aspirin can prevent preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy condition, in first-time mothers at high risk. Researchers will compare biological changes in 200 women with low or high risk, some taking aspirin and some not. The goal is to understand how aspirin…

This pilot study tests whether remote monitoring and guideline-directed therapy can prevent heart dysfunction in African American women who had preeclampsia. Twenty participants will use a tablet, blood pressure cuff, and scale at home for three months after delivery. The goal is…

This large study tested whether taking daily vitamin D3 and omega-3 (fish oil) supplements can lower the risk of developing cancer, heart disease, or stroke. Over 25,000 healthy older adults (men 50+, women 55+) took the supplements or placebos for about 5 years. The goal is to s…

This study tests whether taking riboflavin (vitamin B2) and a form of folate can prevent high blood pressure in pregnant women who have a specific gene variant (MTHFR TT). About 2250 women in their first trimester are being recruited. Those with the gene variant will receive the …

This study tests whether taking L-citrulline, a natural amino acid supplement, daily from early pregnancy can prevent high blood pressure conditions like preeclampsia in women expecting their first child. About 338 healthy first-time mothers between 12-16 weeks pregnant will rece…

This study tests whether an 8-week phone-based mindfulness program can reduce stress and blood pressure in 150 pregnant women at risk for hypertensive disorders. Participants will complete daily surveys and wear biosensors to track stress and heart activity. The goal is to see if…

This study looks at whether progressive muscle relaxation and finger grip exercises can lower stress, anxiety, and fatigue while improving sleep in pregnant women with preeclampsia. About 90 women will be split into three groups: one doing relaxation exercises, one doing finger g…

This study tests a nurse-led education program designed to help women in cardiac rehab address sexual concerns after a heart event. Sixty-six women will be randomly assigned to either the program or usual care. The goal is to see if the program improves sexual function, mood, and…

This study tracks 120 adults with heart disease and at least two other long-term illnesses to see how often dangerous drug interactions happen. Researchers check medications, including over-the-counter and herbal products, and follow participants for a year. The goal is to unders…

This study combines data from over 2,500 people with treated and controlled high blood pressure to understand why some still die from heart attacks, strokes, or kidney failure. Researchers are looking beyond blood pressure numbers to find other factors that might predict these fa…

This study looks at whether using a mobile health app (called Penelope) is a cost-effective way to manage high blood pressure disorders during pregnancy. About 250 pregnant women at risk for conditions like preeclampsia will either use the app or track their health on paper. Rese…

This study tracks over 1,700 heart patients who had hip or knee replacement surgery. Researchers want to see how often bleeding or blood clots happen in the months after surgery. The goal is to find better ways to prevent these complications.

This study tests whether a tablet-based decision support system helps frontline health workers in India and Nepal provide better antenatal care. About 1,320 pregnant women will take part. The tool guides workers to check blood pressure, blood sugar, urine protein, and hemoglobin,…

This study will observe 200,000 Chinese adults with heart disease to see how their heart and lung function changes over 5 years. Participants will take a special exercise test to measure their fitness. Researchers hope to find better ways to predict future heart problems like hea…

This study tests whether ultrasound of the lungs and a major vein (vena cava) can accurately measure fluid status in women with mild preeclampsia after they receive spinal anesthesia for delivery. Researchers will compare ultrasound findings to traditional methods in 62 participa…

This study follows 2000 people with dilated cardiomyopathy (a weakened, enlarged heart) over several years to learn how genetics and heart scarring affect the disease. Participants give blood for genetic testing and have heart MRI scans. The goal is to improve diagnosis and pave …

This study planned to compare virtual clinic visits (using video calls on tablets) with in-person visits for people with vascular diseases. Doctors would classify patients as low, moderate, or high risk for treatment after each visit type. The goal was to see if virtual visits co…

This study follows about 800 pregnant women in Somaliland to understand the physical, cultural, and social factors affecting their health during pregnancy, childbirth, and after birth. Researchers will also work with the community to create better contraceptive counseling materia…

This study is testing whether women with high-risk pregnancies can be safely monitored from home instead of staying in the hospital. Researchers will check if home monitoring is practical, safe, and costs less, while also improving patients' quality of life. About 250 pregnant wo…

This study looks at whether substances produced by gut bacteria, called TMAO, can help predict high blood pressure during pregnancy. Researchers will track 200 pregnant women by collecting blood and urine samples throughout their pregnancies. The goal is to find early warning sig…

This study looks at how being in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU) after heart surgery affects your body's natural sleep-wake cycle. Researchers will track sleep patterns and thinking ability in 15 adults to see if disrupted rhythms slow down recovery. The goal is to understan…

This observational study aims to measure how well the heart pumps blood in people with untreated preeclampsia compared to healthy pregnant women. Researchers will use a non-invasive ultrasound (echocardiography) to check heart function at rest, after blood pressure medication, an…

This study looks at why women who had preeclampsia may have lasting blood vessel problems and inflammation. Researchers will test a drug called eplerenone on a small patch of skin to see if it improves blood vessel function. The study involves 40 women, some with a history of pre…

This study aimed to see if using a special pad along with a standard closure device could help patients get out of bed sooner after a heart catheterization. It was planned for adults having the procedure through the groin. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants …

This study is creating a biobank—a collection of blood samples and health data—to help researchers better understand gynecological disorders, infertility in men and women, and pregnancy-related conditions. Up to 3,000 participants will provide samples at San Raffaele Hospital in …

This study gives 300 new mothers a medical-grade smartwatch that tracks blood pressure multiple times daily for 6 weeks after delivery. Researchers want to see if daily blood pressure patterns differ between low-risk, intermediate-risk, and high-risk groups. The goal is to better…

This study follows 347 heart surgery patients to understand why some develop swallowing problems (dysphagia). Researchers will use special camera tests to watch how patients swallow and look for risk factors. The goal is to create simple tools that doctors can use at the bedside …

This study compares two ways of teaching people with preeclampsia about their condition: a new illustrated app versus standard hospital discharge instructions. About 36 participants will take a quiz to see which method helps them remember key facts and warning signs. The goal is …

This study aimed to see if providing medically tailored meals, lactation support, and food for children could help Black women with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy control their weight after childbirth. The trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no resu…

This study is following 10,000 adults who are having a heart MRI for medical reasons. Researchers want to see if the MRI results can help predict who will have heart problems in the future, like heart attacks or heart failure. The goal is to better understand how MRI scans can gu…

This study tests whether a simple educational guide can help postpartum patients who had high blood pressure during pregnancy become more active in their own care. Researchers will give the tool to some mothers shortly after delivery and compare their engagement scores with those…

This study is observing 66 pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia to see if changes in their platelets (blood cells involved in clotting) can predict pregnancy complications. Researchers will collect blood samples before and after starting daily low-dose aspirin. The goal i…

This study aimed to create a 12-month profile of patients admitted for vascular surgery at University Hospital Limerick in Ireland. The goal was to understand patient characteristics like frailty and other health conditions to improve hospital services and reduce length of stay. …

This pilot study is testing a device called LabClasp that measures blood sugar without needles. Researchers want to see if regular, non-invasive glucose checks can help predict gestational diabetes and preeclampsia in pregnant women. The study plans to enroll 100 women with at le…