Smoking during pregnancy linked to worse baby health outcomes

NCT ID NCT07427706

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Institut Investigacio Sanitaria Pere Virgili Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 105 babies born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy, comparing those whose mothers quit versus those who continued. Researchers checked health indicators like birth weight, Apgar scores, and developmental milestones up to 24 months. The goal is to understand the real-world impact of tobacco exposure on newborns.

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 provide clearer evidence on the harms of smoking during pregnancy, helping to inform public health advice and encourage quitting.
What could go wrong: This is a small, retrospective observational study, not a clinical trial. It can show links but cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Breast Feeding developmental coordination disorder developmental disability lactation disease Smoking Smoking Cessation tooth disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

APGAR SCORE CARDIOPULMONARY CESAREAN DENTAL HEIGHT LACTATION MOTOR COORDINATION OR FUNCTION; DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDER SMOKERS WEIGHT CONTROL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Unidad de Salud Publica y Epidemiologia Nutricional. Departamento de ciencias medicas y basicas

Tarragona, Reus, 43201, Spain

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