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New MRI technique peers into the placenta to uncover Obesity's hidden impact on pregnancy

NCT ID NCT06314009

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will use a special type of MRI (fMRI) to measure blood flow and oxygen levels in the placenta during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Researchers want to see if these measurements differ between women who were obese before pregnancy and those with a normal weight. The goal is to better understand how obesity may affect the placenta and pregnancy outcomes.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better understand how obesity affects the placenta during pregnancy, potentially leading to earlier detection of complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study (30 people) that only measures differences—it does not test a treatment. Results may not apply to all pregnancies.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Pregnant people at 20-24 weeks gestation. 15 obese (OB) women and 15 normal weight (NW) will be recruited to participate in the study. OB is defined as pre-pregnancy body mass index greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2, and NW is defined as pre-pregnancy body mass index between 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 without comorbidities.

Ages

18 to 60 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Singleton pregnancy, less than 24 weeks gestation * Pre-pregnancy BMI between 18.5 - 24.9kg/m2 or ≥30kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * Asthma on controller medication * Autoimmune Conditions * Chronic Hypertension * Claustrophobia * Congenital Anomaly * Pregestational Diabetes * History of Bariatric Surgery * HIV * Ineligible for MRI (incompatible implanted medical device) * Multifetal Gestation * Smoking during pregnancy

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Conditions

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Body Weight

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Endeavor Health

    RECRUITING

    Evanston, Illinois, 60201, United States

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