Ultrasound may predict hidden placental problems before delivery
NCT ID NCT06022458
First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study investigates whether prenatal ultrasound can predict placental abnormalities found after delivery. Researchers will compare imaging features from 320 pregnancies with and without placental pathology. The goal is to improve detection of placental issues that may affect pregnancy outcomes.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to better prenatal monitoring and earlier detection of placental issues, improving outcomes for pregnant people and their babies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find a strong link between ultrasound images and actual placental problems, limiting its impact.
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NorthShore University HealthSystem
RECRUITINGEvanston, Illinois, 60201, United States
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