Why do some moms develop high blood pressure years later? oxford study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT06187012
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study from the University of Oxford looks at why women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy are more likely to develop heart and blood vessel disease later in life. Researchers will follow 200 women who gave birth 10 to 25 years ago, using heart scans, exercise tests, and other measurements. The goal is to understand the long-term effects, not to test a new treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors understand why some women develop high blood pressure and heart disease after pregnancy, potentially leading to better screening or prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear causes, and results may not apply to all women. It is small (200 participants) and early-stage.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Oxford Department of Cardiovascular Medicine
RECRUITINGOxford, OX3 9DU, United Kingdom
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