Pregnancy weight patterns linked to baby fat at birth
NCT ID NCT04132310
First seen May 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study follows 180 pregnant women to see how changes in their body fat during pregnancy relate to their baby's body fat at birth. Researchers use MRI scans and weight tracking to understand early influences on childhood obesity. The goal is to learn more about how the womb environment shapes long-term health.
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Locations
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Dell Pediatric Research Institute
Austin, Texas, 78723, United States
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Health Discovery Building Biomedical Imaging Center
Austin, Texas, 78712, United States
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify early markers for childhood obesity risk, guiding future prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all populations.
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