Predicting circulation after birth for severe pulmonary valve blockage
Part of Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at babies with a severe heart defect where the pulmonary valve is blocked and the wall between the heart's lower chambers is intact. It aims to predict how well blood will flow after birth using ultrasound images taken during pregnancy.
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Who can take part
- The baby has a completely blocked or nearly blocked pulmonary valve with only a tiny opening.
- Blood flow to the lungs depends on a special fetal blood vessel (ductus arteriosus) staying open.
- The wall between the heart's lower chambers (ventricular septum) has no holes.
- Clear, good-quality ultrasound images must be available.
- No other major heart defects or serious health problems outside the heart are present.
- The family has not chosen to end the pregnancy.
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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