New study aims to protect diabetic moms and babies from steroid side effects

NCT ID NCT04542148

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at the best way to control blood sugar in pregnant women with diabetes who need steroid shots to help their baby's lungs develop before a possible early birth. Steroids can raise blood sugar, which may be harmful. The trial compares three insulin strategies to find which works best. About 120 women will take part to improve safety for both mother and child.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oregon Health and Science University

    Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35223, United States

  • University of South Carolina Greenville / Prisma Health-Upstate

    Greenville, South Carolina, 29605, United States

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    Houston, Texas, 77024, United States

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