New ultrasound 'Rail Sign' could spot dangerous placenta condition

NCT ID NCT07159997

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will check if a specific ultrasound finding called the 'rail sign' can accurately detect placenta accreta, a condition where the placenta grows too deeply into the womb. Researchers will scan 90 pregnant women with placenta previa (low-lying placenta) during their second or third trimester. If the rail sign proves reliable, it could give doctors a simple, non-invasive way to diagnose this risky condition earlier.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Ultrasound imaging (rail sign)
What this could lead to
If accurate, this ultrasound sign could help doctors diagnose a dangerous placental condition earlier, potentially saving lives.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study (90 people) testing a single ultrasound sign. It may not be accurate enough to replace current methods.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Sohag faculty of medicine

    Sohag, Egypt