Could a belly strap replace clinic visits for High-Risk pregnancies?

NCT ID NCT06822439

First seen Mar 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study tests whether a simple fetal ECG monitor worn at home can effectively track the health of babies in high-risk pregnancies. Fifty pregnant women who need weekly fetal testing will use the device for 30-minute sessions, three times a week, starting at 32 weeks. The goal is to see if this approach is acceptable and practical for patients and doctors, potentially reducing the burden of frequent clinic visits.

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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What this could mean

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

Active substance

Fetal ECG monitoring device

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that remote fetal monitoring is a practical option for high-risk pregnancies, potentially reducing the need for frequent clinic visits.

What could go wrong

This is a small pilot study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to all pregnant women. The device may not work well for everyone or may be difficult to use at home.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.