Heart and blood vessel development in very early babies
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how the heart and blood vessels develop in babies born very early (before 28 weeks), compared with babies who are more mature. It aims to help find ways to better protect the hearts of premature babies in the future.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You speak and understand French
- You are planning an abortion at Montpellier University Hospital
- You allow the use of fetal tissue for research
- You have not taken betamethasone or dexamethasone in the past month
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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