Scientists probe hidden viral link to Babies' heart problems

NCT ID NCT04769167

Summary

This research study aimed to understand if viruses in pregnant women, especially those with diabetes, might increase the risk of heart defects in their babies. Researchers analyzed blood and stool samples from 114 women to look for viruses and the body's immune response to them. The goal was to gather knowledge to inform future, larger studies on preventing these birth defects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

  • St Louis Childrens Hospital

    St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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