Hypertension, pregnancy-induced

This study tests whether giving doctors a reminder and providing patients with a one-page handout can help women who had gestational diabetes or high blood pressure during pregnancy get a primary care visit within six months of delivery. The goal is to prevent future diabetes and…

This study tests whether hydroxytyrosol, a natural antioxidant from olives, can improve blood vessel function in pregnant women with high blood pressure. Fifty-two women will take either the supplement or a placebo for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in blood markers an…

This study investigates whether a structured, personalized exercise plan—tracked with a smartwatch and supported by regular phone check-ins—can help control blood sugar, blood pressure, and weight gain in pregnant women with gestational diabetes, chronic hypertension, or obesity.…

This study tested whether a stricter blood pressure goal (below 135/85) after a pregnancy complicated by high blood pressure is better than the usual care (below 150/100). About 60 new mothers were enrolled and followed for six months. The goal is to see if tighter control is pos…

This study tested a program for women with high blood pressure after pregnancy. Participants monitored their blood pressure at home and reported it through an app. A nurse navigator helped adjust medications and coordinated follow-up care. The goal was to improve blood pressure c…

This study tested a program called Family Check-Up Heart, which adds heart-health coaching to regular home visits for new moms and their babies. About 150 mothers who had Medicaid and recently gave birth took part. The goal was to see if the program could help moms manage weight,…

This study tested whether hydroxytyrosol, a natural antioxidant found in olives, can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in pregnant women with high blood pressure. 42 women took either a daily 10 mg hydroxytyrosol capsule or a placebo for 4 weeks. Researchers measured chang…

This study tested whether Pilates or circuit exercise training could help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels in 69 pregnant women with gestational hypertension. All women also received standard blood pressure medication. The exercises were done three times a week…

This pilot study tested two common blood pressure medications—a combination pill of hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril versus extended-release nifedipine—in 70 new mothers with high blood pressure after delivery. The goal was to see which pill controls blood pressure better in th…

This trial tested a program where community health workers used a tablet app to screen pregnant women in rural India for anemia, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Over 3,400 women took part. The goal was to see if this screening and referral system could lower anemia rates and i…

This phase 4 trial tests whether taking metformin daily before 20 weeks of pregnancy can reduce the risk of high blood pressure disorders, like preeclampsia, in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes. About 60 women will receive either metformin plus standard care or standard care a…

This study tests whether taking a daily vitamin D supplement (4000 IU) can lower the chance of preeclampsia returning in pregnant women who have had it before. Researchers will randomly assign 146 women to receive either vitamin D or a placebo from enrollment until 36 weeks of pr…

This study looked at how aspirin affects platelet function in 130 pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia. Researchers measured platelet response and genetic factors to see if they could predict who develops high blood pressure disorders. The goal is to eventually personaliz…

This study tested a self-management app for women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy. 99 new mothers used the app to track their blood pressure, stress, and mood, or received usual care. The goal was to see if the app helps lower blood pressure and improve mental health…

This study tested whether acupuncture or deep breathing exercises could help lower blood pressure in pregnant women with hypertension during their third trimester. Forty women aged 25-35 took part. The goal was to find safe, non-drug options for managing high blood pressure in pr…

This study looked at whether doing a mandala coloring activity could lower stress and fear of childbirth in women hospitalized with high-risk pregnancies. 149 pregnant women took part. The researchers measured their anxiety, stress, and fear levels before and after the activity.

This study looks at whether using a mobile health app (called Penelope) is a cost-effective way to manage high blood pressure disorders during pregnancy. About 250 pregnant women at risk for conditions like preeclampsia will either use the app or track their health on paper. Rese…

This study aims to adapt a program called Staying Healthy After Childbirth (STAC) for Black women and birthing persons. Researchers will work with community organizations and advisory boards to identify barriers and facilitators to implementation. The goal is to make the program …

This study is observing 66 pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia to see if changes in their platelets (blood cells involved in clotting) can predict pregnancy complications. Researchers will collect blood samples before and after starting daily low-dose aspirin. The goal i…

This study looks at whether substances produced by gut bacteria, called TMAO, can help predict high blood pressure during pregnancy. Researchers will track 200 pregnant women by collecting blood and urine samples throughout their pregnancies. The goal is to find early warning sig…

This study investigates whether women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy (hypertensive disorders) show differences in brain health in midlife compared to those with normal pregnancies. Participants undergo MRI scans, blood tests, cognitive assessments, and sleep monitor…

This study tested a new way to help women with heart risks like high blood pressure or diabetes get better care after giving birth. Researchers interviewed new moms to understand what makes it hard to attend follow-up visits, then designed a coordinated care system. They tested i…

This study looked at how melatonin, a hormone known for sleep and as an antioxidant, changes during pregnancy. Researchers measured melatonin and its main byproduct in the blood of 60 women across each trimester. The goal was to gather basic information to help design larger stud…

This study looked at whether a 4-week resistance training program is doable for women who had pregnancy complications like preeclampsia or preterm birth. Seven new moms participated, and researchers measured how well they stuck with the exercises and how they felt about them. The…

This study measured the amount of free-floating DNA and nucleosomes in the blood of 137 women to see if these levels differ between those with pregnancy complications (like preeclampsia or blood clots) and healthy women (both pregnant and non-pregnant). The goal was to better und…

This study examined how well the heart relaxes between beats in 80 pregnant women—40 with preeclampsia and 40 healthy. Researchers used ultrasound to measure heart function. The goal was to see if preeclampsia is linked to early signs of heart strain, which could help doctors cat…