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New MRI method maps healthy placental blood flow

NCT ID NCT01092949

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

Summary

This study used MRI scans to measure blood flow in the placenta of 135 women undergoing pregnancy termination for fetal reasons between 16 and 32 weeks. The goal was to create a set of normal reference ranges for placental perfusion, which could help doctors identify when the placenta is not working properly. No treatments were tested; this was purely an observational study to gather baseline data.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better understand and detect placental insufficiency, potentially improving monitoring of high-risk pregnancies.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with no treatment involved. It only establishes reference ranges and may not directly improve patient outcomes.

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Study facts

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Participants

135 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2010

Finished

Sep 2018

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

All patients undergoing TOP at 16 to 32 weeks will be offered to participate in this study.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Women \> 18 years, * Undergoing TOP for fetal reason, * Informed signed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Placental adhesion anomaly, * Growth restriction, * Contrast agent allergy, * Absent consent, * Contraindication of MRI or Gadolinium, * Renal insufficiency, * Placental abnormality at pathological examination.

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  • Necker Enfants Malades

    Paris, 75015, France

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