STILLBIRTH

This study looks at whether treating pregnant women who have bacteria in their urine but no symptoms can lower the chances of preterm birth, stillbirth, or having a baby that is too small. About 1,134 pregnant women in seven countries will be randomly assigned to receive antibiot…

This study tests a new care pathway (OxGRIP) that adds extra ultrasound scans at 28, 32, and 36 weeks of pregnancy to better detect babies that are not growing well. Poor growth is a major risk factor for stillbirth, but current care often misses it. By comparing outcomes before …

This study is observing 640 pregnant people to build a tool that can predict placental insufficiency—a condition where the placenta doesn't work well enough. The goal is to catch problems early and prevent serious outcomes like stillbirth or poor growth. Participants will be foll…

This study aims to discover hidden heart electrical problems in high-risk pregnancies that might lead to fetal death. Researchers will use a new, non-invasive monitor called fetal magnetocardiography (fMCG) on 30 pregnant women with conditions like congenital heart disease or twi…

This study looks at a special clinic called the Rainbow Clinic, designed to support families who have lost a baby during pregnancy or shortly after birth. Researchers will ask 500 pregnant women attending these clinics across the UK to fill out questionnaires about their anxiety,…