Blood sugar in pregnant women receiving betamethasone for preterm birth
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how betamethasone, a steroid given to help babies' lungs mature, affects blood sugar levels in pregnant women without diabetes. It may help ensure safer treatment for women at risk of early labor.
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Who can take part
- You are between 24 and 34 weeks pregnant
- You have signs of early labor (like contractions or water breaking)
- You are scheduled to get a steroid shot (betamethasone) for your baby's lung development
- You are 18 years or older and understand Danish
- You are not pregnant with twins or more, and you do not have diabetes
Quick eligibility check
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