Sticky ultrasound patch could keep tabs on unborn babies
NCT ID NCT07676474
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a wireless, sticky ultrasound patch that sticks to a pregnant woman's belly to monitor her baby's health. The patch records images and data for 10 to 30 minutes. Researchers want to see if the patch is comfortable, stays in place, and provides good-quality images. The study involves 50 pregnant women with a single baby, between 20 and 39 weeks of pregnancy.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Wireless bioadhesive ultrasound device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a comfortable, wearable way to continuously monitor fetal health without bulky equipment.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early feasibility study with only 50 participants. The device may not provide clear enough images or may cause skin irritation.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States