New study: could immediate Post-Birth diabetes test save lives?
NCT ID NCT05909046
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at whether doing a diabetes test right after giving birth (instead of waiting 4-12 weeks) helps more women get screened for type 2 diabetes after having gestational diabetes. It also asks women about their views on heart-health programs after pregnancy. About 104 women will take part, and the goal is to improve early detection and future health.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that immediate postpartum screening catches diabetes earlier and helps tailor heart-healthy follow-up for women after gestational diabetes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on feasibility and patient preferences, not on proving long-term health benefits. The screening test itself may cause discomfort or anxiety.
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Locations
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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center OB/GYN Maternal and Fetal Medicine
RECRUITINGColumbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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