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New study tests if blood markers can spot baby distress in real time

NCT ID NCT07258329

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is looking at whether certain substances from the placenta (called sFlt-1 and PlGF) can help doctors know if a baby is in trouble during labor. Researchers will check these markers in pregnant women and compare them to the baby's heart rate and health after birth. The goal is to see if a simple blood test could improve how we monitor labor and prevent harm to newborns.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a new screening method to detect fetal distress during labor earlier, potentially reducing birth complications.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for associations, so it may not directly change care. Results may not apply to all pregnancies.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 428 people

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

Started

Mar 2025

Expected to finish

Oct 2028

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

The study will enroll pregnant patients who present to the Obstetrics Units of the participating centers

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Gestational age ≥ 32 weeks * Obtaining informed consent for participation in the study and for the processing of personal data * Pregnant patients with an indication to perform placental marker testing as part of routine clinical practice * Patients who will deliver at the Obstetrics Units of the participating centers Exclusion Criteria: \- Absolute contraindications to vaginal delivery (placenta previa, vasa previa, placenta accreta, previous myomectomy)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna

    RECRUITING

    Bologna, Bologna, 40138, Italy

  • IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Milan, Milano, 20122, Italy

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