High blood pressure in early pregnancy treatment study
Part of Heart & circulation, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether treating mild high blood pressure early in pregnancy (before 20 weeks) can improve outcomes for you and your baby. It compares taking medication versus monitoring without medication.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with one baby (not twins or more).
- Your blood pressure readings are between 130/80 and 139/89 mmHg before 20 weeks of pregnancy.
- You are not already taking blood pressure medication and do not have a known diagnosis of chronic high blood pressure.
- You plan to deliver your baby at UAB Hospital.
- Your baby has no known major birth defects or genetic problems.
- You are receiving prenatal care at UAB clinics.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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