Blood test may cut unnecessary hospital stays for pre-eclampsia
NCT ID NCT05228002
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a blood test measuring the sFlt-1/PlGF ratio can help doctors decide if women with suspected pre-eclampsia need to be hospitalized. Pre-eclampsia is a serious pregnancy condition that can harm both mother and baby, but diagnosing it is tricky. The study involved 43 pregnant women and compared standard care to using the blood test results to guide decisions. The goal was to see if the test could reduce hospital stays without missing complications.
What this could mean
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Active substance
sFlt-1/PlGF ratio blood test
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple blood test that helps doctors decide which women with suspected pre-eclampsia need hospital care, reducing unnecessary hospitalizations.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 43 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The test is not yet standard practice, and more research is needed to confirm its benefits.
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Locations
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Nice University Hospital
Nice, France