9,000 moms join study to unlock secrets of preterm birth

NCT ID NCT02738892

First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study follows 9,000 pregnant women in Zambia from early pregnancy through one year after birth. Researchers collect health information and samples to learn why some babies are born too early. The goal is to find new ways to prevent preterm birth and stillbirth.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kamwala Health Centre

    Lusaka, Zambia

  • University Teaching Hospital

    Lusaka, Zambia

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